Grime To Dime- Address: 2350 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville, MD
- Hours: Mon–Sat, 8 AM–4 PM (Transfer Station 8–3)
- Phone: (410) 313-6444
- Free limit: 2 tons/year for residents
- Freon appliances: $15 each
- Closed: Sundays & major holidays
- Best day: Tue or Wed afternoon
Alpha Ridge Landfill is the main Howard County landfill, dump, recycling drop-off, and Residents' Convenience Center for waste generated in Howard County. It is at 2350 Marriottsville Rd in Marriottsville. Residents' Convenience Center hours are Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; the Transfer Station closes at 3:00 PM. Bring proof of Howard County residency, and check the official county page before loading a trailer, rental vehicle, box truck, or unusually large load because scale and tip-fee rules may apply.
Howard County Landfill
The county landfill residents usually mean is Alpha Ridge Landfill in Marriottsville.
Howard County Dump
The public dump drop-off is the Residents' Convenience Center at Alpha Ridge.
Alpha Ridge Hours
Residents' Convenience Center: Monday-Saturday, 8 AM-4 PM. Transfer Station: 8 AM-3 PM.
Howard County Recycling
Use curbside recycling for normal bin items and Alpha Ridge for bulky items like electronics, scrap metal, tires, mattresses, and yard waste.
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Household Trash
Up to 2 tons/year
Mattresses
All sizes accepted
Electronics
TVs, computers, e-waste
Furniture
Couches, tables, chairs
Tires
Max 4 per day
Yard Waste
Brush, leaves, grass
What Can I Bring?
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Official FY2026 Fees
Residential Fees
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Household Waste | FREE | Up to 2 tons per fiscal year |
| Yard Waste / Clean Wood | FREE | Up to 2 tons per fiscal year |
| Mattresses & Box Springs | FREE | At Residents' Convenience Center |
| Electronics / E-Waste | FREE | TVs, computers, monitors, etc. |
| Auto Tires | FREE | Maximum 4 per day |
| Appliances with Freon | $15 each | Refrigerators, freezers, AC units, dehumidifiers |
| Over 2-Ton Annual Limit | $106/ton | Charged at commercial rate |
Commercial / Large Load Fees
| Waste Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Solid Waste | $106/ton |
| Construction & Demolition Debris | $106/ton |
| Clean Dirt | $132/ton |
| Yard Waste (over 2-ton limit) | $40/ton |
| Auto Tires | $212/ton |
| Truck/Oversized Tires | $292/ton |
| Mattresses (clean loads) | $50/ton |
| Boats, Trailers, Campers | $200/ton |
Commercial permit: $40/year. Howard County says dump trucks, box trucks, trailers, and rental vehicles may be treated as commercial and routed through the scales. Check the county's current rules before you go.
Facility Areas & Hours
Residents' Convenience Center
- Household trash & bulky items
- Mattresses & furniture
- Electronics recycling
- Scrap metal recycling
- Tire drop-off (4/day)
Wood Waste Area
- Brush & tree branches
- Leaves & grass clippings
- Unpainted/untreated lumber
- HoCoGro mulch pickup
Transfer Station
- Commercial waste
- Construction debris
- Large/heavy loads
- Weighed at scales
Best Time to Visit
Saturday mornings are notoriously packed. Mid-week visits are dramatically faster.
Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons — you'll often drive straight through with no wait. Avoid Saturday mornings unless you enjoy sitting in your car with a mattress strapped to the roof.
Only have yard waste? Skip the main Convenience Center line entirely — use the Wood Waste Area entrance instead. It's almost always faster. Check the signage before you queue up.
Curbside Recycling Reference
For items that don't require a landfill trip, use your blue bin. Not everything with a recycling symbol belongs here!
Put These IN
- Cardboard (flattened)
- Paper & Mail
- Glass jars & bottles
- Plastic bottles (#1–#7)
- Aluminum & steel cans
Keep These OUT
- Plastic bags & film
- Styrofoam & takeout cups
- Shredded paper
- Greasy pizza boxes
- Cables & electronics
If a plastic crinkles when squeezed (like a water bottle), it's usually recyclable. If it stretches or feels like a film (grocery bag, bubble wrap), don't put it in the bin. Take film plastics to Giant or Safeway instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours for Alpha Ridge Landfill?
The Residents' Convenience Center is open Monday–Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Transfer Station closes at 3:00 PM. Closed Sundays and major holidays.
Is Alpha Ridge the Howard County landfill or dump?
Yes. When people search for the Howard County landfill, Howard County dump, or Alpha Ridge dump, they usually mean Alpha Ridge Landfill at 2350 Marriottsville Rd in Marriottsville. It includes the public Residents' Convenience Center, recycling drop-off areas, and Transfer Station.
How much does it cost to dump at Alpha Ridge?
FREE for Howard County residents up to 2 tons per fiscal year. This includes household trash, mattresses, electronics, and up to 4 tires per day. Appliances with Freon cost $15 each. Commercial rate is $106/ton.
Where do Howard County residents recycle bulky items?
For normal curbside items, use your blue bin. For bulky recyclable items like electronics, scrap metal, tires, mattresses, yard waste, and clean wood, Howard County residents can usually use Alpha Ridge. Bring proof of residency and check the county page first because accepted items and fees can change.
Can I bring a mattress to Alpha Ridge for free?
Yes — residential mattresses are accepted for free at the Residents' Convenience Center as part of your 2-ton annual limit.
How many tires can I bring?
Residents can bring up to 4 auto tires per day for free. More than 4 tires will be charged at commercial rates.
What is the best time to visit?
Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons have the shortest wait times. Saturday mornings are the busiest with 30+ minute waits common. If you only have yard waste, use the Wood Waste Area entrance to skip the main line.
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