Franklin County landfill rates for dumpster debris
Dumpster loads in Franklin County go to the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill in Grove City. The rate is $39.75 a ton for waste from inside the district. SWACO, the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio, runs the landfill and two transfer stations.
Construction debris
Since Sep 29, 2025, the two transfer stations no longer take construction and demolition debris. It goes directly to the landfill.
Location and hours
The landfill is at 3851 London Groveport Road, Grove City, OH 43123. It is open Monday to Friday from 5 am to 5 pm, and Saturday from 6 am to noon. Customers who unload by hand check in at the scale house 30 minutes before closing.
Accepted materials
The landfill accepts general trash such as furniture and carpet. It also accepts construction debris hauled directly there. It does not accept yard waste, liquids or anything hazardous.
Rates per ton
| Site | From inside the district | From outside the district | Construction debris accepted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landfill, hauled directly | $39.75 | $43.75 | Yes, same rates |
| Jackson Pike Transfer Station | $51.75 | $55.75 | No, since Sep 29, 2025 |
| Morse Road Transfer Station | $52.75 | $56.75 | No, since Sep 29, 2025 |
Other fees
An uncovered load costs $25. Tarps are sold at the scale house for $10 small and $15 large. Tires cost $5 each for a passenger tire and $50 for a heavy truck or equipment tire. Appliances cost $20 each.
The minimum charge at the landfill is $5. Credit card payments have carried a 3% fee since Mar 1, 2025. Checks are exempt.
Ton rate and dumpster prices
A dumpster price usually includes a weight limit. The company pays the landfill out of that price. A load over the limit costs extra. Shingles and other heavy material reach the limit fastest.
These rates apply to Franklin County's landfill only. Debris from other counties can go to a different site.