Lexington Dump Fees & Landfill Guide for Junk Removal Operators
Bluegrass Transfer Station at $112/ton with $61 minimum per load. Freon appliances cost $147 each. 5 facilities mapped for commercial haulers.
Last updated: Mar 2026
$15/tire – $147/appliance (Freon) at transfer station · $112/ton MSW
Typical dump fee range
Fee basis
Per ton at transfer station and landfill, per item for specialty items
Common materials
Biggest cost trap
Lexington charges $112/ton for C&D at the same rate as MSW — there is no separate C&D discount. The $61 minimum means loads under ~1,089 lbs pay the same flat fee. Freon appliances at $147 each are a massive hidden cost if not diverted to Environmental Recycling (free).
Typical Costs in Lexington
Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.
MSW (Household Junk)
$61 minimum – $112/ton
$61 per load at Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoThe Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station on Old Frankfort Pike is the primary disposal point for the Lexington metro, handling approximately 278,000 tons per year. The $112/ton rate is nearly double the national average of $62/ton and more than double Kentucky's statewide average of approximately $50.11/ton. The $61 minimum charge means operators pay the same whether bringing 100 lbs or approximately 1,089 lbs — making load consolidation critical. At 200 lbs, the effective rate is $610/ton; at 1,000 lbs, it drops to approximately $122/ton. Full truckloads at $112/ton are the most cost-efficient option. All rates are subject to Kentucky Environmental Remediation fee ($1.75/ton), fuel surcharges, environmental fees, and KY sales tax.
1The $61 minimum means loads under approximately 1,089 lbs all cost the same — always maximize truck load before making a dump run
2Central Kentucky Landfill in Scott County may offer lower per-ton rates for direct-haul accounts — call (502) 857-1863 to compare against $112/ton
3Rumpke Scott County Transfer Station near I-75 in Georgetown is an alternative — call (800) 828-8171 for commercial pricing
C&D (Construction & Demolition)
$61 minimum – $112/ton (same rate as MSW — no C&D discount)
$61 per load
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoUnlike most metros, Lexington charges the exact same $112/ton rate for C&D as for MSW at the Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station — there is no separate C&D discount or dedicated C&D facility in Fayette County. Brick, block, concrete, asphalt, and shingles are all accepted at the transfer station. The lack of a C&D pricing tier makes material separation even more important — diverting heavy construction materials to yard waste processing or scrap metal yards reduces tonnage at the $112/ton rate. The Haley Pike facility historically accepted C&D at lower rates, but its current C&D acceptance status is uncertain — call (859) 425-2255 to verify before routing loads.
Specialty Items & Surcharges
$15/tire – $147/appliance (Freon units)
$15 per passenger tire
Basis: Per item
infoThe Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station charges significant per-item surcharges on specialty items. Non-Freon appliances cost $32 each. Freon-containing appliances (refrigerators, freezers, A/C units, dehumidifiers) cost $147 each — one of the highest Freon surcharges in any metro in this guide. Car tires run $15 each (on or off rim). Truck tires cost $32 each. Tractor tires cost $92 each. Propane tanks run $27 (1 lb) to $49 (20 lb). Auto gas tanks cost $102 each; truck gas tanks cost $114 each. These per-item fees add up fast on estate cleanouts and appliance-heavy jobs — divert to Environmental Recycling Inc. for free appliance disposal.
Yard Waste
Call for commercial rates at Haley Pike
Residential: 2 free pickup loads/month (Fayette County residents)
Basis: Per load or per ton
infoLFUCG operates the Haley Pike Waste Management Facility at 4216 Hedger Lane for yard waste composting. Fayette County residents get 2 free pickup truck loads per month (proof of residency required). Commercial and additional loads are charged at rates not publicly listed — call (859) 425-2255 for pricing. For jobs with significant yard waste or brush (estate cleanouts, storm debris, land clearing), diverting yard waste here saves money versus paying the $112/ton MSW rate at the transfer station. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8 AM–5 PM. Closed Wednesdays (unless holiday makeup) and weekends.
Facilities in Lexington
Recommended facilities first, then additional options.
Top Recommended (3)
Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station
Primary disposal point for Lexington — handles approximately 278,000 tons/year with published rate scheduleRate
MSW/C&D: $112.00/ton, $61.00 minimum. Non-Freon appliances: $32/each. Freon appliances: $147/each. Car tires: $15/each. Truck tires: $32/each. Tractor tires: $92/each. 1-lb propane: $27. 20-lb propane: $49. Auto gas tank: $102. Truck gas tank: $114.
$61.00 per load
Hours
Mon–Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Closed Sun
Area
Lexington (1555 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504 — use 1549 Old Frankfort Pike for GPS per city guidance)
Operated by Republic Services under a public-private partnership with LFUCG and Waste Services of the Bluegrass. Handles approximately 278,000 tons per year — nearly all Lexington-area waste passes through here before transfer to Central Kentucky Landfill in Scott County. The $61 minimum means loads under approximately 1,089 lbs all cost the same — always consolidate smaller jobs before making a dump run. At 200 lbs, the effective rate is $610/ton; at 1,000 lbs it drops to $122/ton; at full $112/ton it requires a load of approximately 1,089 lbs or more. Saturday hours (6 AM–1 PM) available — arrive early as lines build. Rates effective November 1, 2023 — call (859) 225-2521 to confirm current pricing. All rates subject to KY Environmental Remediation fee ($1.75/ton), fuel surcharges, and KY sales tax.
LFUCG Haley Pike Waste Management Facility
Yard waste and brush disposal at rates below the $112/ton MSW rate — diverts green waste from expensive transfer station disposalRate
Fayette County residents: 2 free pickup loads per month (proof of residency required). Commercial/additional loads: call (859) 425-2255 for rates.
Free for qualifying residential loads
Hours
Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Wed CLOSED (unless holiday makeup) · Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM · Closed Sat–Sun
Area
East Lexington (4216 Hedger Lane, Lexington, KY 40516 — accessible via I-64 Exit 87)
For jobs with significant yard waste or brush (estate cleanouts, storm debris, land clearing), diverting yard waste here saves money versus paying the $112/ton MSW rate at the Bluegrass transfer station. The facility historically accepted C&D through approximately 2012, and the state permit was renewed through 2028 — call (859) 425-2255 to confirm whether C&D is currently accepted and at what rate. Closed Wednesdays — plan accordingly. Does not accept MSW, hazardous waste, plastic bags, or food scraps. Weekday-only hours with no weekend access.
Environmental Recycling, Inc.
FREE appliance and scrap metal disposal — saves $32–$147 per unit versus transfer station surchargesRate
Appliances: accepted at NO CHARGE per City of Lexington guidance. Scrap metal: facility may PAY you for clean metal loads — call for current scrap pricing.
No minimum — free appliance disposal
Hours
Call (800) 575-4306 or (859) 293-0167 to confirm current hours
Area
East Lexington (3899 Winchester Road, Lexington, KY 40509)
This is the single most important cost-saving facility for Lexington junk removal operators. The City of Lexington officially directs residents and operators here for free appliance recycling. Instead of paying $32 per non-Freon appliance or $147 per Freon unit at the Bluegrass transfer station, bring appliances and scrap metal here at NO COST. They handle Freon-containing units. A busy operator diverting 5 Freon appliances per week saves $735 weekly — over $38,000 annually. Separate ALL metal items from every junk load. BBB A+ rated, in business since 1993. This single practice of routing appliances and metal here can be the difference between profitable and unprofitable disposal economics in Lexington.
Rules & Restrictions
Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.
Lexington charges $112/ton for C&D at the same rate as MSW — no separate C&D discount exists at the Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station. There is no dedicated C&D landfill in Fayette County.
Freon-containing appliances cost $147 EACH at the Bluegrass transfer station. Always divert Freon appliances to Environmental Recycling Inc. at 3899 Winchester Road for free disposal.
Quarterly Free Disposal Days at Lexington facilities explicitly PROHIBIT commercial vehicles. Do not attempt to use these events for commercial junk disposal.
Kentucky Environmental Remediation fee of $1.75/ton applies to all disposal loads statewide. This is automatically added to your tipping fee at the transfer station.
All rates at the Bluegrass transfer station are subject to fuel surcharges, environmental fees, and Kentucky sales tax on top of the posted $112/ton base rate.
Use 1549 Old Frankfort Pike (not 1555) for GPS navigation to the Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station per LFUCG guidance.
Lexington's $112/ton rate is nearly double the national average of $62/ton and more than double Kentucky's statewide average of approximately $50.11/ton. This makes material diversion the single most important cost control lever in this market.
The $61 minimum charge creates an unusual pricing dynamic — loads under approximately 1,089 lbs all cost $61 regardless of weight. At 200 lbs, the effective rate is $610/ton. Consolidating loads to exceed 1,089 lbs before dumping is critical to achieving the actual $112/ton rate.
Fayette County has no active municipal landfill — all MSW flows through the Bluegrass transfer station and is trucked 25 miles north to the Central Kentucky Landfill in Scott County. This transfer adds cost that is built into the $112/ton rate.
Cost-Saving Tips
Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.
Sorting Strategy
Route ALL appliances and metal to Environmental Recycling Inc. at 3899 Winchester Road — free disposal, and they may pay you for clean scrap metal. A single diverted Freon refrigerator saves $147. Five Freon units per week saves $735 weekly, over $38,000 annually. The City of Lexington officially recommends this facility.
Divert yard waste to Haley Pike at 4216 Hedger Lane instead of paying $112/ton at the transfer station. During estate cleanouts and property cleanups, yard waste can represent 20–30% of load weight. Even at commercial yard waste rates, the savings versus $112/ton MSW pricing are substantial.
Donate usable furniture to Habitat for Humanity ReStore at 451 Southland Drive and electronics to the LFUCG Electronics Recycling Center at 1306 Versailles Road (free). Every item diverted from the transfer station reduces your tonnage at the $112/ton rate.
Timing Strategy
Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station opens at 6:00 AM on both weekdays and Saturdays — dump first, then start your route. Saturday closes at 1:00 PM and lines can build — arrive early.
Haley Pike yard waste facility is closed on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Plan yard waste dump runs for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.
Rumpke Scott County Transfer Station has Saturday hours (8 AM–noon) as an alternative to the Bluegrass station. For operators working the I-75 corridor, this may be more convenient for Saturday overflow.
Routing Strategy
Central and south Lexington jobs: Bluegrass Regional Transfer Station at 1555 Old Frankfort Pike (GPS: 1549) for MSW, then swing to Environmental Recycling at 3899 Winchester Road for metal and appliances.
Northern Fayette County and I-75 corridor jobs: consider Rumpke Scott County Transfer Station at 245 W Yusen Drive in Georgetown. Call (800) 828-8171 to compare rates against $112/ton — the shorter drive may offset any rate difference.
High-volume operators running multiple full truckloads daily: call Central Kentucky Landfill at (502) 857-1863 for direct-haul rates. Even a $20/ton savings on a 2-ton load equals $40 per trip — likely covering the fuel and time cost of the 25-mile drive to Sadieville.
Best Practice
At $112/ton with a $61 minimum, Lexington has some of the highest disposal costs in the region. The difference between a profitable and unprofitable operation comes down to diversion — every appliance routed to Environmental Recycling (free) instead of the transfer station ($32–$147) and every yard waste load routed to Haley Pike instead of the transfer station directly improves your margin. ScaleYourJunk logs dump fees per job automatically so you can see exactly how much you're spending at $112/ton versus what you're saving through diversion — and whether direct-hauling to Central Kentucky Landfill would lower your blended cost.
$112/Ton Makes Every Diversion Worth It
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