Free to residents who load it themselves. The material is dried biosolids mixed with composted city leaves; it is $12.20 per ton plus tax if staff help load.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
Not listedCompost
FreeWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
Not listedLocation
Biosolids Handling Facility, 6202 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46815
Hours & season
Apr 1-Nov 30: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun noon-6pm. Dec 1-Mar 30: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, closed weekends. Loading ends at 6pm (2:30pm in winter). Closed city holidays.
Quick answers
Is mulch free in Fort Wayne?
Free: Compost. Free to residents who load it themselves. The material is dried biosolids mixed with composted city leaves; it is $12.20 per ton plus tax if staff help load.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Fort Wayne?
Residents. The page does not say what proof is needed.
When can I pick up mulch in Fort Wayne?
Apr 1-Nov 30: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun noon-6pm. Dec 1-Mar 30: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, closed weekends. Loading ends at 6pm (2:30pm in winter). Closed city holidays.
Where do I get mulch in Fort Wayne?
Biosolids Handling Facility, 6202 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46815
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Biosolids - Fort Wayne City Utilities ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026