Yard & garden

Free mulch & compost in South Dakota

Pick your city for where to go, who can use it and when.

7 dumps that mention it

Programs differ by city, and supplies often run out in spring. Call first.

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026 · Official sources ↓

These quotes come from each facility’s own listing. Check the facility page for access rules and fees.

Brookings Regional Landfill (Brookings, Brookings) — “Compost available free to residents.”
Brown County Landfill (Aberdeen, Brown) — “Compost (grass, leaves, light garden residue) is free.”
Watertown Regional Landfill (Watertown, Codington) — “Residents' yard waste is free; compost free up to 2 tons per year with a utility bill.”
Mitchell Sanitary Landfill (Mitchell, Davison) — “De-bagged compostable yard waste (grass, leaves, soft garden waste) is free; the superintendent may refuse it.”
Leaf and Branch Drop Site (Chambers Street) (Sioux Falls, Minnehaha) — “Free drop-off and free finished compost (bring a shovel) when open.”
Leaf and Branch Drop Site (Lyon Boulevard) (Sioux Falls, Minnehaha) — “Free drop-off and free finished compost (bring a shovel) when open.”
Sioux Falls Regional Landfill (Hartford, Minnehaha) — “Free compost and free recycling drop-off.”

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.