Howard County residents and small businesses with proof of residency. No trailers, box trucks or rental trucks (U-Haul, Penske).
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Couch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
LimitedUp to 4 auto tires per day at no charge.
Item price: call to confirm
Appliance
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fridge or freezer
AcceptedAir conditioners and refrigerators go to a designated area.
Normal load fee applies
Electronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmConcrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Household trash
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | $106.00 |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| Appliance with Freon (commercial rate) | $15 each |
| Clean dirt | $132/ton |
Howard County residents: up to 2 tons of household waste and 2 tons of clean wood/yard trim free per July-June year in vehicles up to 3/4 ton registered in the county. C&D $106/ton. Excess yard trim $40/ton. Commercial tires $212/ton. A 2.45% convenience fee applies to card payments (from May 1, 2026). No out-of-county waste.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Howard County residents and small businesses with proof of residency. No trailers, box trucks or rental trucks (U-Haul, Penske).
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Sat | 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
Call ahead for holiday hours and last-load times.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
See “Not accepted” tiles above. Other exclusions: call to confirm.
Free options
Unlimited recyclables; small quantities of household trash free for residents.
More in Howard County
Alpha Ridge Landfill ↗
Cost: call to confirmOpen to the public · Marriottsville
Today: check posted hours Check posted hours below
Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Residents' Convenience Center ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Landfill Fee Schedule (eff. July 1, 2026) ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026