Free for Bismarck residents; non-residents pay per-pound fees. Commercial hazardous waste not accepted. ID required; stop at the scale house; no containers over 5 gallons; keep items in original closed containers.
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
Call to confirmAppliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Household hazardous waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Yard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Call to confirmConcrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Call to confirmRecycling
Call to confirmFees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| Latex paint (non-resident) | $1.83/lb |
| Oil-based paint/stain (non-resident) | $2.43/lb |
| Electronics (non-resident/commercial) | $0.44/lb |
Free for Bismarck residents (hazardous waste and electronics). Prices effective Jan 1, 2026.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Free for Bismarck residents; non-residents pay per-pound fees. Commercial hazardous waste not accepted. ID required; stop at the scale house; no containers over 5 gallons; keep items in original closed containers.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7:00 am–3:00 pm |
| 1st and 3rd Sat of month | 9:00 am–2:00 pm |
Mandan's city page lists Tuesday/Thursday hours for this center; the Bismarck flyer (used here) says Mon-Fri.
Local time: Call to confirmWhat’s not accepted
- Business/commercial hazardous waste
- Medical waste
- Explosives, ammunition, radioactive materials
Free options
Free for Bismarck residents. Re-use room gives away paint and other materials in good condition.
More in Burleigh County
Bismarck Landfill ↗
$6.00 minimumOpen to the public · Bismarck
Today: check posted hours Check posted hours below
Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- HHW and Electronics Pricing Flyer (PDF) ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- Landfill ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026