Omaha Dump Fees & Landfill Guide for Junk Removal Operators
Estimated $29–38/ton at Pheasant Point Landfill. Sarpy County posts $36.01/ton in-county. 6 facilities mapped with Nebraska landfill bans.
Last updated: Mar 2026
~$29–38/ton (Pheasant Point est.) – $45.59/ton (Sarpy out-of-county)
Typical dump fee range
Fee basis
Per ton at scale facilities, flat vehicle-type rates at some transfer stations
Common materials
Biggest cost trap
Nebraska bans ALL household appliances (white goods), waste tires, lead-acid batteries, and waste oil from landfills year-round. Plus a seasonal yard waste ban April 1–November 30. Operators who don't sort face rejection at the scale.
Typical Costs in Omaha
Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.
MSW (Household Junk)
~$29–38/ton (Pheasant Point est.) – $45.59/ton (Sarpy out-of-county)
2,000 lbs minimum for scaled loads at Sarpy County
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoPheasant Point Landfill in Bennington is the primary MSW disposal site for Douglas County, operated by WM under contract with Douglas County Environmental Services. Exact commercial tipping fees are not published online — call (402) 238-3440. Contextual evidence (2017 city contract at $25.13/ton, 2024 tornado debris waivers at approximately $29/ton, and the EREF Nebraska state average of $34.34/ton) places the current commercial rate in the $29–38/ton range. Sarpy County Transfer Station publishes detailed rates: $36.01/ton in-county, $45.59/ton out-of-county. Douglas County operators hauling to Sarpy County pay the higher out-of-county rate ($45.59/ton) — only cost-effective for jobs originating in Sarpy County. Nebraska state disposal fee of $2.34/ton applies statewide.
1Pheasant Point Landfill likely offers the lowest per-ton MSW rate in the metro — call (402) 238-3440 for commercial account pricing
2Sarpy County charges Douglas County operators $45.59/ton (out-of-county) vs. $36.01/ton (in-county) — only use Sarpy for Sarpy County–origin jobs
3River City Transfer Station is the most convenient in-city option but commercial rates are not published — call (402) 889-8721
C&D (Construction & Demolition)
Call for rates — Green Acres Recycling typically cheaper than MSW landfill rates
Call each facility
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoGreen Acres Recycling at 3701 Dahlman Avenue is the Omaha metro's only dedicated C&D landfill, operated by Waste Connections (Lewis Clark Disposal and Recycling). Rates are not posted online but user reports confirm it charges by weight and is cheaper than MSW disposal at Pheasant Point. Accepts fill materials, wood, drywall, plaster, insulation (non-asbestos), roofing shingles, glass, plastic, carpeting, cardboard, wiring, pipe, plumbing fixtures, metals, concrete, dirt, and brush. Strictly C&D only — loads containing any household waste are rejected. For clean concrete and asphalt specifically, Midwest Aggregate / Valley Corp off HWY 275 in Valley, NE, accepts these materials for free.
Specialty Items & Surcharges
$10/appliance (Sarpy) – $50+ uncovered load surcharge
$10 per major appliance at Sarpy County
Basis: Per item
infoSarpy County Transfer Station publishes detailed per-item fees: major appliances $10 each, A/C units (Freon) $30 each, passenger tires $10 each, truck/farm tires $20 each, hot tubs $75, trailers/campers/boats at scale rate plus $150 handling fee. Nebraska law requires all loads to be tarped — uncovered load surcharges are $50 at Sarpy County and enforced at all facilities. Heavy equipment tires are NOT accepted at Sarpy County. Hard hat ($12) and safety vest ($6) available for purchase at River City Transfer Station — required if exiting vehicle in the dump area.
Banned Items (Nebraska Statewide)
N/A — banned from ALL Nebraska landfills
Free disposal at Cross Electronic Recycling for appliances/e-waste
Basis: Per item at specialty recyclers
infoNebraska imposes year-round landfill bans on ALL household appliances (washers, dryers, water heaters, heat pumps, A/C units, dehumidifiers, refrigerators, freezers, trash compactors, dishwashers, ovens, ranges, stoves, wood stoves), waste tires (any form), lead-acid batteries, and waste oil. A seasonal ban on yard waste (grass and leaves) runs April 1 through November 30 — yard waste is only allowed in landfills December 1 through March 31. Electronics/e-waste are NOT banned from Nebraska landfills. Route banned appliances to Cross Electronic Recycling at 5030 N. 72nd Street (free) or Sarpy County ($10–$30 each).
Facilities in Omaha
Recommended facilities first, then additional options.
Top Recommended (4)
Pheasant Point Landfill (Douglas County)
Lowest estimated per-ton MSW rate in the metro — primary disposal site with Saturday hours and widest materials acceptanceRate
Not publicly posted — estimated $29–38/ton based on contextual data (EREF NE avg $34.34/ton, 2017 city contract $25.13/ton). Call (402) 238-3440 for current commercial rates. Special waste: (866) 909-4458.
Call for details
Hours
Mon–Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Closed Sun · Closed major holidays
Area
Bennington, NE (13505 N. 216th Street, Bennington, NE 68007)
County-owned, WM-operated — the primary MSW landfill for the Omaha metro. Receives the vast majority of Douglas County waste. Saturday hours (6 AM–3 PM) are generous compared to most metros. Credit application required through Douglas County Environmental Services — net 30 payment terms with 1.5%/month late charges. Douglas County runs a credit check and may file UCC financing statements. Credit/debit cards accepted for non-account customers. Hard hats and high-visibility clothing required for all customers dumping at the working face (not required at the public disposal area). All loads must be tarped per Nebraska law — uncovered load surcharge enforced. Nebraska state disposal fee of $2.34/ton included. Arrive early — 6:00–7:30 AM consistently has the shortest lines. Avoid Monday mornings (weekend backlog).
River City Recycling & Transfer Station
Most convenient in-city MSW disposal for south and central Omaha operatorsRate
Commercial rates not publicly posted — call (402) 889-8721. Cashless facility — credit/debit only.
Call for details
Hours
Summer (Easter–Thanksgiving): Mon–Fri 6:00 AM–4:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM–1:00 PM | Winter (Thanksgiving–Easter): Mon–Fri 6:00 AM–4:00 PM · Sat 7:00 AM–11:30 AM · Closed Sun year-round
Area
South Omaha (6404 South 60th Street, Omaha, NE 68117)
WM-operated transfer station — the most convenient in-city disposal option for operators working south and central Omaha. Saves the drive to Pheasant Point Landfill in Bennington. Free recyclables drop-off at the recycling area (glass, paper, metals, cardboard) — use this to lighten loads before weighing in. Cashless facility — credit/debit card only, no cash accepted. Appliance and tire fees not publicly listed for commercial haulers — call for details. The City of Omaha subsidized Bulky Item Program is for residents ONLY and will refuse commercial haulers attempting to use it. Hard hat ($12) and safety vest ($6) available for purchase on-site — required if exiting vehicle in the dump area. Uncovered load fee enforced per Nebraska law.
Green Acres Recycling (C&D Landfill)
Dedicated C&D disposal — typically cheaper per ton than MSW landfill rates for construction and demolition debrisRate
Not publicly posted — call (402) 734-6676. User reports confirm cheaper than MSW disposal and weight-based billing.
Call for details
Hours
Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Closed Sat–Sun · Closed major holidays
Area
South Omaha (3701 Dahlman Avenue, Omaha, NE 68107)
Operated by Waste Connections (Lewis Clark Disposal and Recycling). The metro's only dedicated C&D landfill — typically cheaper per ton than MSW disposal at Pheasant Point for construction, renovation, and demolition debris. Strict C&D-only enforcement — loads containing ANY household waste will be rejected. Inspect your load before arriving. Online payment portal available at trux.lewisclarkrd.com. Opens at 6:30 AM weekdays — fast-moving facility. For clean concrete and asphalt specifically, Midwest Aggregate / Valley Corp off HWY 275 in Valley, NE, accepts these materials for FREE, saving even more on heavy demo jobs. Contact Kelly Danielson at KellyD@wasteconnections.com for account setup.
Cross Electronic Recycling
FREE disposal of banned appliances, electronics, and scrap metal — eliminates landfill ban compliance issuesRate
ALL listed items accepted FREE of charge. Vehicles include free towing.
No minimum
Hours
Call to confirm current hours
Area
North Omaha (5030 N. 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68134)
Critical cost-saving facility for Omaha junk removal operators. All white goods (appliances) are banned from Nebraska landfills — Cross Electronic takes them free. This eliminates the $10–$30 per-appliance surcharge at Sarpy County and avoids rejection at Pheasant Point. Also accepts all electronics and scrap metal at no charge. Separate all metal items and appliances from every junk load and batch-drop here. Additional e-waste options: eWaste Omaha (ewasteomaha.com — most pickups free, provides tax receipts) and Motherboard Recycling (motherboardrecycling.org — free doorstep pickups in Omaha).
Rules & Restrictions
Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.
Nebraska bans ALL household appliances (white goods) from landfills year-round — washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, A/C units, dehumidifiers, dishwashers, stoves, ovens, water heaters, heat pumps, trash compactors, and wood stoves. Route to Cross Electronic Recycling (free) or Sarpy County ($10–$30 each).
Yard waste (grass and leaves) is banned from Nebraska landfills April 1 through November 30. Allowed December 1 through March 31 only. Route yard waste to Hughes Mulch Products ($15–$45/pickup) or Oma-Gro compost facility during ban season.
ALL loads must be tarped or enclosed per Nebraska law (LB 575, 1993). Sarpy County enforces a $50 uncovered load surcharge. Pheasant Point and River City also enforce uncovered load fees. No exceptions.
Pheasant Point Landfill requires a credit application through Douglas County Environmental Services. Net 30 terms with 1.5%/month late charges. Douglas County runs a credit check and may file UCC financing statements.
River City Transfer Station and Sarpy County are cashless — credit/debit card only. Plan payment before dispatching trucks.
Contact the City of Omaha Permits & Inspections office at (402) 444-7189 for commercial hauler license requirements. At minimum: Omaha business license, general liability insurance, and commercial vehicle registration.
Nebraska's estimated MSW rates ($29–38/ton at Pheasant Point) are among the lowest in the country — well below the national average of $62/ton and the Midwest regional average of $77.90/ton. Low disposal costs mean margins are protected, but the extensive landfill bans require strict sorting discipline.
Sarpy County is the only Omaha-area facility with published rates — every other facility requires a phone call for pricing. Douglas County operators pay $45.59/ton out-of-county at Sarpy vs. an estimated $29–38/ton at Pheasant Point. Only use Sarpy for Sarpy County-origin jobs.
Nebraska does NOT ban electronics from landfills (confirmed by NDEE). This is unusual — most states have some form of e-waste restriction. Operators can technically landfill electronics, but routing them to Cross Electronic Recycling or eWaste Omaha (free with tax receipts) is more profitable.
Cost-Saving Tips
Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.
Sorting Strategy
Route ALL appliances to Cross Electronic Recycling at 5030 N. 72nd Street — free disposal, and they handle Freon removal. Appliances are banned from every Nebraska landfill anyway, so this is your only free option versus paying $10–$30 each at Sarpy County. Separate all metal items from every load.
Pull clean wood waste from loads and route to Hughes Mulch Products at $45 per pickup load versus paying estimated $29–38/ton at the landfill for the same material. During yard waste ban season (April–November), all grass and leaves must be diverted — Hughes Mulch at $15 per pickup load for yard waste or Oma-Gro compost facility (free for homeowners).
For clean concrete and asphalt from demolition jobs, Midwest Aggregate / Valley Corp off HWY 275 in Valley, NE, accepts these materials for FREE. Concrete is extremely heavy — diverting it from the scale saves significant per-ton disposal fees on every demo job.
Timing Strategy
Arrive at facilities between 6:00 and 7:30 AM on weekdays for the shortest lines. Avoid Monday mornings (weekend backlog) and Saturday mornings (peak residential traffic) at all locations.
Green Acres C&D Landfill opens at 6:30 AM weekdays and is typically fast-moving. Use it for early-morning C&D dumps before starting your job route.
Pheasant Point has Saturday hours until 3:00 PM (summer) — the longest Saturday window. River City's Saturday hours shrink significantly in winter (7 AM–11:30 AM). Plan winter Saturday routes around the tighter windows.
Routing Strategy
South and central Omaha jobs: River City Transfer Station at 6404 S. 60th Street is the most convenient in-city option. Use the free recyclables drop-off area to lighten your load before weighing in.
C&D-heavy renovation and demolition jobs: Green Acres Recycling at 3701 Dahlman Avenue for all C&D, then remaining MSW to River City or Pheasant Point. Clean concrete and asphalt go to Valley Corp (free). Never mix household waste into a Green Acres load — they will reject it.
Sarpy County-origin jobs only: Sarpy County Transfer Station at 14414 S. 156th Street in Springfield. At $36.01/ton in-county, it is transparent and competitive. Douglas County operators pay $45.59/ton out-of-county — not cost-effective versus estimated Pheasant Point rates.
Best Practice
Nebraska's extensive landfill bans force operators to sort every load — appliances, tires, batteries, oil, and seasonal yard waste all require separate routing. This sorting discipline is actually a margin advantage: appliances go to Cross Electronic (free), metal generates scrap revenue, yard waste goes to cheap composting, and only true MSW hits the scale. ScaleYourJunk logs dump fees per job automatically so you can track your actual disposal cost per job and ensure you're capturing the savings from diversion instead of paying penalties for banned items.
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