Cameron County dumps, landfills and drop-offs
2 public places to drop off trash, bulky items in Cameron County, Texas. Checked against official sources on November 2, 2026.
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Landfill
City of Brownsville MSW Landfill
9000 Ruben Torres Sr. Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78526
Also takes: Tires
Hours posted Mon to Sat 7 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Waste charges inside city limits: 1 - 300 pounds $9.73; 301 - 1,000 pounds $16.22; 1,001 - 1,999 pounds $22.71; 1 ton $32.45 per ton Checked Nov 2, 2026 -
Transfer station
City of Harlingen Transfer Station
4900 E. Harrison Rd., Harlingen, TX 78550
Also takes: Tires, Brush and branches, Recycling
Hours posted Mon to Fri 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.; Sat 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. City residents: garbage and brush free once per calendar month, up to 500 lbs total (City water bill with garbage charges, in your name, no more than 45 days old) Checked Nov 2, 2026
Good to know
How much does it cost to use the dump in Cameron County?
- City of Brownsville MSW Landfill: Waste charges inside city limits: 1 - 300 pounds $9.73; 301 - 1,000 pounds $16.22; 1,001 - 1,999 pounds $22.71; 1 ton $32.45 per ton
- City of Harlingen Transfer Station: City residents: garbage and brush free once per calendar month, up to 500 lbs total (City water bill with garbage charges, in your name, no more than 45 days old)
Do you need to be a Cameron County resident?
- City of Brownsville MSW Landfill: The City's page lists waste charges for loads from inside and outside the city limits. It says disposal is at no charge for "BFI" clients paying for collection services through P.U.B., who must present their P.U.B. statement of charges to verify the account.
- City of Harlingen Transfer Station: City residents pay resident rates with proof of residency. Residents may dump garbage and brush free once per calendar month, up to 500 lbs, by showing a City water bill with garbage charges, in their name and issued no more than 45 days before the visit; staff may ask for more ID. Non-residents and commercial customers pay the higher rates. City code bars garbage and trash collection or hauling businesses from dumping here, with limited exceptions.
Where can I take household hazardous waste?
None of the sites listed here take paint, chemicals or other hazardous waste. See the hazardous waste guide for the nearest options.
Is the dump open on Sunday?
No. None open on Sundays, and most close on public holidays too.
Where can I take a mattress or tires?
- City of Brownsville MSW Landfill (landfill): No charge for "BFI" clients paying for collection services through P.U.B. (present the P.U.B. statement of charges); verified BFI accounts can dispose of four tires for free
- City of Harlingen Transfer Station (transfer station): Tires brought by automobile: $4.00 for 13" and 14"; $6.00 for 15" and 16"; $8.00 for 20" and 22" truck tires