Fruitland Township Dump Hours

Fruitland Township Dump Hours and Information

Looking for the dump hours in Fruitland Township?

The Ecology Station in Fruitland Township is open during the following hours:

• April – October:
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• November – March:
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Ecology Station is located at 5281 Michillinda Road, Whitehall, MI 49461.

What items are accepted at the Fruitland Township dump?

The following items are accepted at the Fruitland Township dump:

• Municipal solid waste
• Recyclable materials
• Yard waste

What items are not accepted at the Fruitland Township dump?

The following items are not accepted at the Fruitland Township dump:

• Refrigerators, freezers, or air conditioners
• Industrial waste, household hazardous waste, asbestos, medical and veterinarian waste
• Liquids of any kind
• Hazardous material
• Dead animals or carcasses of any kind
• Stumps
• Brush and small branches greater than 4 inches in diameter
• Solid fill, including brick and concrete demolition debris
• Junk cars, engines, chassis, transmissions, axles, etc.
• Propane tanks larger than 20 lb. capacity
• Acetylene and oxygen tanks
• Any refuse which in the opinion of the Attendant constitutes a serious hazard to other users, to the property of the Town or to the operation of the property of the Township, or to the operation of the Transfer Station

How much does it cost to dump at the Fruitland Township dump?

The cost to dump at the Fruitland Township dump varies depending on the type of waste being disposed of. Please see the Price List for more information.

What are the rules for using the Fruitland Township dump?

The following rules apply to the use of the Fruitland Township dump:

• No refuse shall be disposed of without first obtaining the approval of the Transfer Station or Recycling Center Attendant.
• All refuse shall be disposed of at the designated area as directed by the Attendant.
• No person is allowed to enter any prohibited, restricted or closed area, within the Transfer Station or climb onto any drop off container or wall.
• Vehicles within any Transfer Station or Recycling Center shall be limited to a maximum speed of 10 miles per hour.
• Removal of items from the Transfer Station or Recycling Center “dump picking” is prohibited.

For more information about the Fruitland Township dump, please visit the Ecology Station website.