Solid Waste (Solid Waste)

There are currently no restrictions at the landfill.

For up-to-the-minute information on unscheduled landfill closures, call the 24-hour landfill information line at (970) 498-5770. See Weather Closure Policy.

The landfill will be open Friday, July 3rd but closed Saturday, July 4th.

Yes - we take mattresses We take mattresses and many other items - see more on our Frequently Asked Questions Page

Larimer County Landfill open to the public as an essential service The Larimer County Landfill is open during the Safer-at-Home orders as an essential service. The public is encouraged to follow the Safer-at-Home orders and only visit the landfill due to essential circumstances. We will update the webpage as changes happen.

Program modifications due to COVID-19: Household hazardous waste will be accepted outside of the building during normal business hours. The Drop N' Swap shop is open by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Drop N' Swap shopping details here. The Berthoud and Wellington convenience centers are closed until further notice. Trash and recycling can be taken to the Larimer County Landfill.

See the CDPHE memo about critical services for details.

Future Planning: Regional Wasteshed

Hours of Operation

Waste Disposal Restrictions

Site Map of Landfill and Facilities

Environmental Monitoring

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Items accepted at the landfill include:

Mattresses - If you would like to recycle your mattress, here are some local options.
Hot water heaters
Furniture
Refrigerators
Carpet
TVs
and more!

-> View A-Z list of waste materials for complete list.

We accept mattresses for DISPOSAL. The cost of disposal depends on how it's transported or the size. Residential cars, SUVs, passenger vans, pickup trucks, and cargo trucks are charged a flat fee.

If you're bringing it in a car, passenger van, or SUV, you'll pay $9.50 for disposal.
If you're bringing it in a truck or cargo van, you'll pay $19 for disposal.
If you're hauling it on a trailer, you'll pay $7 per cubic yard for your load + CO surcharge.

To determine the price of the load, use the calculator.

FAST FACTS: In 2019, Solid Waste collected 967K cubic yards of trash and 42K tons of recyclables

SOLID WASTE POLICY COUNCIL: This council advises the Larimer County Board of County Commissioners and other parties on solid waste management and planning matters.