Bartholomew County Landfill
Landfill · 5.3 mi
811 E 450 S, Columbus, IN 47201
Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:30PM, Sat 7:30AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Dumps near Columbus, IN
1 landfill, 0 transfer stations and 6 drop-off sites within 20 miles, sorted by how far you'll have to haul it.
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All sites near Columbus
Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District
Drop-off · 1.8 mi
720 S Mapleton St, Columbus, IN 47201
Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Columbus Recycling Center
Drop-off · 1.8 mi
720 S Mapleton St, Columbus, IN 47201
Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Bartholomew County Landfill
Landfill · 5.3 mi
811 E 450 S, Columbus, IN 47201
Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:30PM, Sat 7:30AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Bartholomew Co. Harrison Township Convenience Station
Drop-off · 6.2 mi
10293 W Old Nashville Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
Sat 8AM-3PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Petersville Convenience Station
Drop-off · 6.4 mi
11110 E 25th St, Columbus, IN 47203
Sat 8AM-3PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District
Drop-off · 17.2 mi
176 Old State Rd 46, Nashville, IN 47448
Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
Jennings County Recycle Center
Drop-off · 18.4 mi
4800 IN-3, North Vernon, IN 47265
Mon 8AM-6PM, Wed-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-4PM
Google Maps listing, pulled Nov 14, 2026
💡Before you load up: most dumps charge by weight or load, and tires, mattresses and appliances often cost extra. Some only take county residents. Call first. The gate doesn't care how far you drove.
Questions
Where is the closest dump to Columbus?
Bartholomew County Landfill (landfill / dump) is 5.3 miles from the center of Columbus. Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:30PM, Sat 7:30AM-4PM. Call ahead to confirm hours and fees.
How many dumps are near Columbus?
Within 20 miles of Columbus there are 1 landfill and 0 transfer stations that take trash and junk, plus 6 recycling, yard waste or hazardous waste drop-off sites.
Is there a free dump near Columbus?
Recycling drop-offs and yard waste sites are usually free. Landfills and transfer stations near Columbus usually charge by weight or by load, and some offer free drop-off days for residents. Check the site's website or call before you go.