Ellis County dumps, landfills and drop-offs
2 public places to drop off trash, bulky items in Ellis County, Texas. Checked against official sources on November 2, 2026.
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Landfill
ECD Landfill
5703 N. I-45, Ennis, TX 75119
Also takes: Furniture and bulky items, Tires, Brush and branches
Call for hours Public self-haul is confirmed only on the City of Ennis free disposal days: the first and third Saturday of each month, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.... City of Ennis residents on free disposal days: free, up to 2 cubic yards per household (about one pickup bed) Checked Nov 2, 2026 -
Landfill
Skyline Landfill
1201 N. Central St., Ferris, TX 75125
Also takes: Furniture and bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste, Brush and branches, Asbestos and 1 more
Hours posted Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. City of Ferris residents: free monthly landfill disposal (WM) Checked Nov 2, 2026
Good to know
How much does it cost to use the dump in Ellis County?
- ECD Landfill: City of Ennis residents on free disposal days: free, up to 2 cubic yards per household (about one pickup bed)
- Skyline Landfill: City of Ferris residents: free monthly landfill disposal (WM)
Do you need to be a Ellis County resident?
- ECD Landfill: City of Ennis residents on the free disposal days: bring a current City of Ennis water bill and a driver's license or state ID with matching name and address. No official source shows access for anyone else.
- Skyline Landfill: WM doesn't publish general public self-haul rules; access is confirmed through city resident programs. City of Ferris residents get free monthly landfill disposal. Wilmer residents get one free disposal per month (up to 3 cubic yards of residential waste) with a valid photo ID and a recent utility bill. Cedar Hill residents get one free visit per quarter (up to 3 cubic yards) with their most recent utility bill and a driver's license showing the same address.
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 of the sites with published hours open on Sundays, and most close on public holidays too.
Where can I take a mattress or tires?
- ECD Landfill (landfill): Tires: accepted for an additional fee (amount not listed)