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Dumps, Landfills & Recycling in Henderson, Texas

Henderson's main disposal site is the East Texas Regional Landfill on FM 2867 east of town, operated by Waste Connections — it takes household junk and construction debris from across Rusk County. For smaller loads and household trash, Rusk County also runs collection sites. Here's what to know before you haul off, including the tarp rule that catches people at the gate.

Disposal sites in Henderson

East Texas Regional Landfill

Regional Landfill

Waste Connections

5155 FM 2867 E, Henderson, TX 75654 Directions

📞 (903) 889-2872

Fees

  • Charged by weight at the posted gate rate — call for current per-ton pricing

Accepts: Household junk, Construction & demolition debris, Furniture, Brush

Won't take: Hazardous waste, Whole tires (call for handling)

Cover/tarp your load — untarped loads may be charged a fee. Call ahead to confirm current hours and gate rates before driving out.

City of Henderson services

Rusk County Collection Sites

City Service

Rusk County operates staffed collection/convenience sites where residents can drop off household trash and some bulky items. Locations and hours are listed on the county website; proof of county residency may be required.

📞 (903) 657-0330

Common questions

Does it cost anything to dump at a landfill?
Usually yes. Most Texas landfills charge by weight (a per-ton gate rate) or by the load, and many cities give residents a discount or a set number of free drop-offs if you can show a current utility bill. Small transfer and collection stations sometimes take household trash for free. Exact fees are listed per facility above.
What's the difference between a landfill and a dump?
In everyday use people say "the dump," but a modern landfill is an engineered, permitted site with liners and monitoring. A transfer station is a smaller site where waste is collected and hauled to a landfill. Both take household junk; a transfer or collection station is often closer and quicker for small loads.
What's the cheapest way to get rid of junk for free?
Check whether your city offers free bulk-trash pickup on a set week, use county household-hazardous-waste and cleanup events, and give away usable items. For a landfill drop-off, bring proof of residency to get resident rates. If it's more than you can move yourself, a junk-removal quote is often cheaper than multiple trips plus gate fees.
How do I get rid of large or heavy items?
Bulky items — furniture, appliances, mattresses, construction debris — either go to the landfill (often for an extra per-item fee) or get hauled by a junk-removal service. If you'd rather not rent a truck and pay gate fees, get a quick quote and compare.
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