The Apache Junction Landfill on Tomahawk Road is owned and run by Republic Services, open Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Four times a year, during Free Dump Week, City of Apache Junction residents can drop off one load up to 500 pounds at no cost. You need a hard hat and a safety vest to get in.
Republic doesn't lend safety gear: bring your own hard hat and vest, or buy a set there for under $15.
Disposal sites in Apache Junction
Apache Junction Landfill
Landfill
Republic Services
4050 S. Tomahawk Road, Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Directions ↗
The City and Republic Services hold Free Dump Week four times a year. The 2026 dates are February 9–14, May 4–9, August 3–8 and November 9–14; the City says they're tentative, so check before you load. The free load is for City of Apache Junction residents, up to 500 pounds and one pickup-bed load per household. There's no credit for the first 500 pounds on a heavier load — you pay the regular price for all of it.
Pinal County points out that the disposal sites in the county aren't county-owned and that none take hazardous materials; its Hazardous Wastes page has the options for those.
The Apache Junction Landfill, 4050 S. Tomahawk Road, owned and run by Republic Services and open Monday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. RAD Recycling and Waste Transfer at 3755 S. Royal Palm Road is another option Pinal County lists.
When is Free Dump Week in Apache Junction?
Four times a year. The 2026 dates are February 9-14, May 4-9, August 3-8 and November 9-14, and the City calls them tentative. City residents can drop off one load up to 500 pounds free, with proof of residency.
Do I need a hard hat at the Apache Junction Landfill?
Yes. Republic Services requires a hard hat and a safety vest. It doesn't lend them, but you can buy a set on site for under $15.
What if my load is over 500 pounds during Free Dump Week?
You pay the landfill's regular price for the entire load; there's no credit for the first 500 pounds.
