Open to the public. Cars, SUVs and minivans (no trailers) use the residential drop-off for a flat $5; pickup trucks without trailers pay a flat $23 under 1,000 lb. Waste from outside Manatee County is charged triple. All vehicles cross the scales.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Call to confirmCouch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
Extra fee$173.04/ton, $86.52 minimum
Appliance
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
AcceptedHousehold hazardous waste and electronics are free for Manatee County residents only.
Normal load fee applies
Yard waste
Extra fee$46.14/ton, $24.12 minimum
Brush and branches
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Construction debris
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Concrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Household trash
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | $24.12 |
| Per ton | $48.24 |
| Pickup load | $23.00 |
| Car load | $5.00 |
| Construction and demolition debris | $68.17/ton, $34.08 minimum |
| Yard waste | $46.14/ton, $24.12 minimum |
| Appliances / white goods | $46.14/ton, $24.12 minimum |
| Tires | $173.04/ton, $86.52 minimum |
| Certified weight slip | $5.00 each |
Rates effective 10/01/2026. Mixed or uncovered loads are double-charged; out-of-county material triple-charged.
Payment: cash, check, card · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Open to the public. Cars, SUVs and minivans (no trailers) use the residential drop-off for a flat $5; pickup trucks without trailers pay a flat $23 under 1,000 lb. Waste from outside Manatee County is charged triple. All vehicles cross the scales.
ID required: No
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Sat | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
Closed New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Cars and car parts
- Asbestos without 24-hour advance call
Free options
Household hazardous waste, electronics and recycling drop-off are free for Manatee County residents.
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Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
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