Grand Prairie Landfill: Hours, Fees, and What You Need to Know

Are you a Grand Prairie resident looking to dispose of household or commercial waste? The Grand Prairie Landfill is a convenient and affordable option for residents and businesses alike. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll provide you with all the essential information you need to know about the landfill, including hours of operation, fees, and accepted materials.

Landfill Hours and Location

The Grand Prairie Landfill is located at 1102 MacArthur Blvd. and is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The landfill closes early at 3 p.m. on the last Thursday of every month and on the following dates:

• January 25, 2024
• February 29, 2024
• March 28, 2024
• April 25, 2024
• May 30, 2024
• June 27, 2024
• July 25, 2024
• August 29, 2024
• September 26, 2024
• October 31, 2024
• December 19, 2024
• December 24, 2024
• December 26, 2024
• December 31, 2024

The landfill will be closed for the following holidays:

• New Year’s Day (January 1, 2024)
• Memorial Day (May 27, 2024)
• Independence Day (July 4, 2024)
• Labor Day (September 2, 2024)
• Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024)
• Christmas Day (December 25, 2024)

Landfill Fees

The Grand Prairie Landfill offers a variety of fees for residential and commercial customers.

• Residential Customers: Residents receive 5 free loads per year. After that, each additional load will cost $10.
• Commercial Customers: Commercial customers will be charged $40 per ton plus a $10 minimum fee.

Accepted Materials

The Grand Prairie Landfill accepts a wide range of materials, including:

• Household waste
• Commercial waste
• Metals
• Wood/brush
• Concrete
• Tires*
• Electronics*
• Aluminum
• Fencing
• Large items such as refrigerators, sofas, televisions, etc.*

*There may be a fee associated with dropping off these items.

Prohibited Materials

The following wastes are prohibited from disposal at the Grand Prairie Landfill:

• Lead acid batteries
• Used oil filters
• Tires (unless quartered)
• Liquids
• Pesticides
• CFCs
• PCBs
• Other regulated wastes

Additional Services

In addition to waste disposal, the Grand Prairie Landfill also offers the following services:

• Clean pallets: Clean pallets are available for purchase by Grand Prairie residents for $5 each.
• Household hazardous waste drop-off events: The landfill hosts several household hazardous waste drop-off events throughout the year. These events are free of charge for Grand Prairie residents.
• Christmas tree recycling: Trees free of ornaments, stands, and plastic bags can be recycled for free at the landfill in the two weeks following Christmas.

Landfill Policies

• The landfill is a service for Grand Prairie residents or businesses.
• The following documents are required to use the landfill:
  • A current Texas driver’s license with a Grand Prairie address
  • Water utility bill matching the address on the license
• Residential loads delivered by household members will be allowed 5 free loads at the landfill per year with a current Grand Prairie water bill (no more than 30 days from due date).
• No termination notices accepted (bill with Red lines). Grand Prairie water bill must be current or there is $10.00 charges per load without current water bill or after (5) loads free per year with current water bill.
• Paperless customers are allowed five free loads per year with a current Texas driver’s license or I.D with the Grand Prairie address of where the trash was generated and their Grand Prairie water bill account number. (Paperless customers are people who receive no monthly water bill in the mail).
• Loads from apartments or other residences that do not receive curbside or alley collection of residential waste will not be eligible for a free load and will be charged at commercial rates.

Contact Information

For more information about the Grand Prairie Landfill, please contact:

• Phone: 972-237-8151
• Email: [email protected]

Conclusion

The Grand Prairie Landfill is a valuable resource for residents and businesses in the Grand Prairie area. By following the guidelines outlined in this article, you can ensure that your waste is disposed of properly and safely.