McLennan County dumps, landfills and drop-offs
4 public places to drop off trash, bulky items in McLennan County, Texas. Checked against official sources on November 2, 2026.
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Landfill
City of Waco Landfill
4730 TK Parkway, Axtell, TX 76624
Also takes: Furniture and bulky items, Appliances, Appliances with Freon, Tires, Construction debris and 3 more
Hours posted Mon to Fri 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Municipal solid waste, McLennan County residents: $52.00 per ton Checked Nov 2, 2026 -
Landfill
Lacy Lakeview Landfill
677 Selby Lane, Waco, TX 76705
Also takes: Construction debris, Yard waste
Hours posted Mon to Fri 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lacy Lakeview residents: one free residential load a month, up to 3 cubic yards Checked Nov 2, 2026 -
Transfer station
City of Waco Transfer Station
6171 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX 76706
Also takes: Furniture and bulky items, Appliances, Construction debris
Hours posted Mon to Fri 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Municipal solid waste: $72.00 per ton Checked Nov 2, 2026 -
Convenience center
Cobbs Recycling Center
4201 Trice Ave, Waco, TX 76710
Also takes: Furniture and bulky items, Appliances, Appliances with Freon, Tires, Electronics and 8 more
Hours posted Mon to Sat 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Household recyclables: free Checked Nov 2, 2026
Good to know
How much does it cost to use the dump in McLennan County?
- City of Waco Landfill: Municipal solid waste, McLennan County residents: $52.00 per ton
- Lacy Lakeview Landfill: Lacy Lakeview residents: one free residential load a month, up to 3 cubic yards
- City of Waco Transfer Station: Municipal solid waste: $72.00 per ton
- Cobbs Recycling Center: Household recyclables: free
Do you need to be a McLennan County resident?
- City of Waco Landfill: Open to residences, businesses and industries; McLennan County residents pay a lower rate for municipal solid waste (the page doesn't say what proof is needed). City of Waco residents may dispose of up to 2,000 pounds (one ton) of municipal solid waste four times a year at no extra charge, with their current City of Waco utility bill (paper or electronic) showing residential trash service and a photo ID at each visit.
- Lacy Lakeview Landfill: City of Lacy Lakeview residents get one free residential waste disposal a month: they must haul it themselves, up to 3 cubic yards (about a pickup bed), with a valid ID and their most recent City of Lacy Lakeview utility invoice. WM's page doesn't say whether other members of the public can self-haul.
- City of Waco Transfer Station: Serves residences and businesses in McLennan County and surrounding counties. City of Waco residents may dispose of up to 2,000 pounds (one ton) of municipal solid waste four times a year at no extra charge, with their current City of Waco utility bill (paper or electronic) showing residential trash service and a photo ID at each visit.
- Cobbs Recycling Center: Anyone may drop off household recyclables. Bulky waste, brush, paint, motor oil, appliances and tires are for City of Waco residents only: bring a recent Waco water bill (paper or electronic, within 30 days of its due date) showing a Waco residential address with trash service, plus a photo ID with 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 open on Sundays, and most close on public holidays too.
Where can I take a mattress or tires?
- City of Waco Landfill (landfill): Freon appliances and tires: accepted for a fee (amount not listed)
- Cobbs Recycling Center (convenience center): Tires: $3.50 each for 15 inches or smaller; $6.00 each for 20 inches or smaller