Fort Lauderdale Dump Fees & Disposal Guide for Junk Removal Operators
Broward County tipping fees from $50–$85/ton, facility rules, and routing strategies for commercial junk haulers in 2026.
Last updated: Mar 2026
$50–$85/ton
Typical dump fee range
Fee basis
Per ton at most facilities
Common materials
Biggest cost trap
The Broward County Landfill does NOT accept MSW — mixed loads with household garbage get rejected at the gate, costing you a wasted trip and hours of downtime.
Typical Costs in Fort Lauderdale
Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.
MSW (Household Junk)
$85/ton
Varies by facility
Basis: Per ton
infoBroward's general waste rate ($85/ton per FDEP data) runs higher than Miami-Dade (~$72/ton) and well above Palm Beach (~$42/ton). MSW routes primarily through the South Broward Waste-to-Energy facility operated by FCC Environmental Services — call for current commercial rates.
1Separate C&D, yard waste, and metals from MSW before arriving to reduce tonnage charged at the highest rate
2Establish a commercial account with FCC Environmental Services for potential volume pricing on MSW loads
C&D (Construction Debris)
$85/ton
Varies by facility
Basis: Per ton
infoC&D goes to the Broward County Landfill, Monarch Hill, or private recyclers like Deerfield Beach Transfer Station and Envirocycle. Monarch Hill requires a WM commercial account — no walk-in access. Private C&D recyclers may offer competitive rates for sorted loads.
1Route clean C&D to private recyclers along the Powerline Road corridor for potentially lower rates than the county landfill
2Separate clean concrete, metals, and wood from mixed C&D — recyclers charge less for sorted materials
Green & Yard Waste
$50/ton
Varies by facility
Basis: Per ton
infoYard waste at the Broward County Landfill is $50/ton — $35/ton cheaper than general waste. Keep yard waste loads completely separate from household junk and C&D to avoid being charged the higher general waste rate on the entire load.
1Separate yard waste on-truck during the job to qualify for the lower $50/ton rate at the county landfill
2Use yard waste loads to fill out light dump runs — combining yard waste with MSW voids the lower rate
Surcharges & Specialty Items
$130/ton+
Per-item pricing varies
Basis: Per ton or per item
infoTires at the Broward County Landfill run $130/ton. Appliance fees are not publicly listed — call 954-765-4999 for current rates. Deerfield Beach Transfer Station charges double for uncovered loads with zero exceptions. Mobile home disposal at the county landfill requires pre-authorization with a sealed asbestos clearance letter from a Florida-licensed consultant.
1Always tarp loads — Deerfield Beach charges double for uncovered loads with no exceptions
2Price tire and appliance surcharges into customer quotes before accepting the job
Facilities in Fort Lauderdale
Recommended facilities first, then additional options.
Top Recommended (2)
Broward County Landfill (Southwest Regional Landfill)
C&D debris, bulk items, yard waste, appliances, and tires — does NOT accept MSWRate
$85/ton general waste, $50/ton yard trash, $130/ton tires
Call 954-765-4999 for current minimums
Hours
Mon–Sat 8AM–4PM, Sun closed
Area
Southwest Broward County (unincorporated)
County-owned landfill and your primary option for C&D, bulk items, appliances, and tires. Critical: it does NOT accept MSW or household garbage. Mixed loads containing food waste or general trash will be rejected at the gate. Separate loads before arriving. Mobile home disposal requires pre-authorization with a sealed asbestos clearance letter from a FL-licensed consultant. Valid driver's license required — only accepts waste originating within Broward County.
South Broward Waste-to-Energy Facility
MSW and household junk — primary MSW destination for Broward CountyRate
Call for current commercial tipping rates
Rates set through municipal contracts
Hours
24/7 for MSW receipt; special waste by appointment Mon–Fri 6AM–6PM
Area
Central Fort Lauderdale (State Road 7/US-441)
This is where Broward County's MSW goes — directly or via transfer. The 24/7 operation is a major advantage for operators working late or running early-morning dump runs. Acquired by FCC Environmental Services from WIN Waste Innovations in July 2025. Contact FCC Environmental for current commercial account setup — verify phone at 954-581-2900 as it may have changed with the ownership transition.
Rules & Restrictions
Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.
Broward County Landfill does NOT accept MSW or household garbage — C&D, bulk, yard waste, tires, and appliances only. Mixed loads with food waste or general trash are rejected at the gate.
No hazardous waste, biomedical waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, PCBs, explosives, or radioactive materials at any Broward facility.
Monarch Hill Landfill requires a WM commercial account — no walk-in, no cash, no public drop-off. Set up your account before your first visit.
Mobile home disposal at the county landfill requires pre-authorization with a sealed asbestos clearance letter from a Florida-licensed consultant.
Valid driver's license required at the Broward County Landfill — facility only accepts waste originating within Broward County.
WM commercial account required for Monarch Hill. Contact 954-984-2000 to set up. Pricing is based on contract terms and volume.
FCC Environmental Services acquired the South Broward WTE facility in July 2025 — contact them for updated commercial account setup and current rate cards.
Broward has no single centralized tipping fee — rates vary by facility and operator. Budget $85/ton for general waste as a baseline, but actual costs depend on your routing strategy and account terms.
Broward's general waste rate ($85/ton) is notably higher than neighboring Palm Beach (~$42/ton) and Miami-Dade (~$72/ton). Operators near county borders should compare cross-county disposal options.
In 2023, Broward County formed the Solid Waste Disposal and Recyclable Materials Processing Authority (Broward SWA) with 28 municipalities to develop a long-term regional master plan — expect potential rate and routing changes.
Deerfield Beach Transfer Station charges double for uncovered loads — no warnings, no exceptions. Carry a tarp on every truck.
Cost-Saving Tips
Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.
Sorting Strategy
Separate C&D from MSW on every job — the Broward County Landfill accepts C&D but NOT MSW, while the Waste-to-Energy facility handles MSW. Sorting lets you route to the cheapest facility for each material type instead of paying the highest rate on a mixed load.
Keep yard waste loads completely separate from general waste. Yard trash at the county landfill is $50/ton versus $85/ton for general waste — a $35/ton savings that adds up fast on landscaping and storm cleanup jobs.
Pull all ferrous metals, copper, aluminum, and appliances before tipping. Broward County has a strong scrap metal market along the Powerline Road industrial corridor in Pompano Beach. Appliances with intact compressors have higher scrap value — metals turn a disposal cost into revenue.
Timing Strategy
The South Broward Waste-to-Energy facility operates 24/7 for MSW — take advantage of off-peak hours for faster processing and zero wait times on late-night or early-morning runs.
Avoid Saturday afternoons at the county landfill (closes at 4PM). Arrive before 9AM on Saturdays to skip residential traffic. Weekday mornings between 8AM and 10AM are consistently the fastest windows.
Routing Strategy
For north Broward jobs, Deerfield Beach Transfer Station and Monarch Hill (if you have a WM account) save significant drive time versus the Southwest Regional Landfill. Calculate total cost including fuel and labor, not just per-ton rate.
For central Fort Lauderdale jobs, Envirocycle is the shortest drive for C&D. Compare their rates against the county landfill — the time savings on a 20-minute shorter round trip can offset a higher per-ton rate on lighter loads.
Operators near the Palm Beach County border should compare disposal costs — Palm Beach rates (~$42/ton) are roughly half of Broward's general waste rate ($85/ton). Verify that cross-county disposal is permitted for your waste type.
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