Disposal Drop Off Facilities
Did You Know?
Seneca Landfill's trash drop-off facility is accessible to residential and small business customers, waste-haulers and garbage collection companies of all sizes. We also offer free recycling drop off.
Does your waste transportation vehicle require a Waste Transporter Authorization in Pennsylvania?
The Waste Transportation Safety (Act 90) requires all waste transportation vehicles (trucks and truck tractors with a registered gross vehicle weight greater than 17,000 lbs., and trailers with a registered gross vehicle weight greater than 10,000 lbs.) transporting municipal or residual waste to waste processing or disposal facilities in Pennsylvania to have a valid Waste Transporter Authorization.
Proof of Registration will be required, so please bring your registration card with you.
Verify Authorization Requirements WATCH FOR SIGN
Enter through the main entrance and drive to the stop sign.
PROCEED TO SCALE
At the stop sign, continue to the right toward the scales (marked by you are here pin)
SCALE CHECK-IN
Watch for traffic! Scales are a ONE ON/ONE OFF system.
Pull onto scale with loaded truck/trailer. Stop at Scale window and provide ID.
ON THE SCALE
We will record your loaded weight & verify you hauler info if needed.
Follow unloading instructions provided by the weighmaster and exit scale.
UNLOADING
Follow the path to the transfer station.
Please stay aware of your surroundings as you back into an open bay.
SCALE CHECK-OUT
After Unloading, follow the path FROM the transfer house ('you are here' pin) BACK to the scales to be weighed and complete payment.
We gladly accept cash (No $100 bills please), checks, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Accepted for Disposal
Seneca Landfill accepts a full spectrum of non-hazardous waste:
- Residential/Household Solid Waste
- Municipal Solid Waste
- Construction/Demolition Waste
The following waste streams require authorization and permission from the DEP and Seneca Landfill:
- Clean Fill
- Combustion Residues
- Metallurgical Residues
- Contaminated Soils
- General Plant Refuse
- Asbestos Containing Waste
- Chemical Wastes
- Municipal Sewage Sludge
- Auto Shredder Fluff
- Sludges, Scales
- Industrial Equipment, Scrap
Not Accepted for Disposal
Due to the nature of our landfill and federal safety standards, we cannot accept:
- Whole Tires
- Hazardous Materials
- Liquid Waste: oil, antifreeze, wet paint (paint can be dried)
- Medical Waste
- Radioactive Materials
- Appliances Containing Freon (unless they are tagged by a certified technician that the freon has been properly reclaimed)
Approval, Pricing & E-Waste Guidelines
To meet the special needs of our industrial customers, Seneca Landfill developed a waste acceptance and criteria plan approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). Seneca’s waste consultants provide assistance in the identification and proper handling of all types of non-hazardous industrial process waste.
Seneca Landfill simplifies the approval process by working with our customers in the completion of all permit applications required by the PADEP. Seneca consultants also advise customers on sampling and testing requirements, and can offer source reduction strategies. Additional fees may apply.
Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on the amount and type of trash being received. Please contact us for up to date pricing.
E-Waste
E-Waste may be brought to our drop off facility during the hours listed above. Fees apply. Call ahead or come to the scale house to get instructions for payment and unloading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I dump trash, garbage, and junk near me?
Answer: Any landfill near you will accept garbage. Seneca Landfill is located at 421 Hartmann Rd, Evans City, PA 16033. Tri-County Recycling also accepts household garbage, their address is 120 Hutchman Rd, Mars, PA 16046
Where can I drop off recycling near me?
Answer: Both Seneca Landfill and Tri-County Recycling have recycling boxes on site. If you cannot locate the recycling boxes at either site you can ask the weighmasters at the scalehouse.
What can I drop off at a landfill?
Answer: The landfill will accept general household garbage, yard waste, appliances that do not contain freon (unless tagged from a professional), construction waste, and dirt.
How much does it cost to drop off trash at a landfill?
Answer: The fee is based on weight, $5 minimum with a fee of .07 cents/pound for garbage under 700 pounds. Anything over 700 pounds is calculated at a tonnage rate with a $50 minimum, 1 ton is $65.
Where can I drop off construction waste near me?
Answer: Seneca Landfill accepts construction waste if there is no friable asbestos
Where can I dump old furniture?
Answer: Seneca Landfill will accept old furniture. We also accept appliances like washers, dryers, dishwashers, lawn mowers (gas and oil must be drained), and hot tubs. Any appliances with freon (i.e. refrigerators, mini fridges, deep freezers, water coolers, dehumidifiers, ext.) must have the freon professionally removed and tagged or they will not be accepted.
Can I recycle old electronics, TVs and computers a WM facility?
Answer: Yes, Seneca Landfill does accept electronics, TV’s, and computers at an additional charge based on the item and size of the TV.
What is a waste transfer station?
Answer: A waste transfer station is a building set up for the public to dispose of garbage. We use transfer stations on our sites to prevent you from going into the landfill.