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Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill
LandfillPublicly ownedOskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa
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- 2979 US Highway 63, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
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About this landfill
Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill is a publicly owned landfill in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, Iowa. It is owned by Mahaska County Solid Waste Management Commission, IA. The site opened in 1988 and is expected to keep accepting waste until about 2039. It took in about 41,338 tons of waste in 2022, making it the No. 20 of 40 reporting landfills in Iowa by volume.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill?
We have not verified hours for this landfill yet. Most landfills open weekday mornings and many keep limited Saturday hours. Call the facility or check the Mahaska County Solid Waste Management Commission, IA website before you go.
How much does it cost to dump at Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill?
Most landfills charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill if I don't live in Mahaska County?
Many publicly owned facilities give residents lower rates or limit self-haul to residents. Bring ID showing your address and confirm the rules by phone first.
What is the closest other dump to Mahaska County Sanitary Landfill?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Ottumwa-Wapello County SLF (landfill), about 13.5 miles away in Wapello County, IA.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ottumwa-Wapello County SLF Wapello County, IA | Landfill | 13.5 mi |
| South Central Iowa Sanitary Landfill Marion County, IA | Landfill | 16.2 mi |
| SEMCO Landfill Keokuk County, IA | Landfill | 32.5 mi |
| City of Grinnell Brush/Compost Facility Poweshiek County, IA | Transfer station | 34.6 mi |
| City of Newton Sanitary Landfill Jasper County, IA | Landfill | 37.7 mi |
| Metro Park East Landfill Polk County, IA | Landfill | 44.5 mi |