Proof of residency in Fairfax County (i.e., utility bill, driver’s license) is required to dispose of trash at either the I-66 Transfer Station Complex or I-95 Landfill Complex.
We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Major Digital Wallet, Cash, or Check.
The information and fees on this page are for Fairfax County residents only. If you are a commercial hauler, visitSolid Waste Commercial Disposal Rates Schedule.
Fees for disposing of trash are based on volume (for example number of bags, per item, cubic yards) or weight (tons).
Bagged waste fees are based on volume, while unbagged bulk waste fees are calculated based on weight.
Fees for bulk waste are prorated based on the actual weight of the delivery.
The county reserves the right to base the fee on either volume or weight. Customers may request that the disposal fee for waste be based on weight rather than volume.
You do not need to go through the line with the scales if you do not have any weight-based items for disposal.
When pricing is based on weight, the vehicle will be weighed loaded (gross) and unloaded (tare) and the fee calculated based on the difference (net) which is the weight of the waste.
To use the scales: Enter the line with the scale to get the loaded (gross) weight, then after disposal, go back through the line with the scales to get the unloaded (tare) weight.
If a customer fails to return to the scales for an unloaded (tare) weight, Fairfax County will estimate the unloaded (tare) weight of the vehicle and customers will be charged accordingly. If action is necessary to collect the disposal fees, a penalty of $166 will be added.
NOTE: A bag of waste is defined as a standard 32-gallon trash bag or can.
There is aminimum fee for disposal of materials at the facilities.
Most recyclables are accepted for FREEat the I-66 and I-95 sites. However, fees apply to yard waste, brush, appliances and tires. These fees offset special processing costs.
| Quantity | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk or unbagged | $90/ton, $36 minimum charge | Yes |
| 1-5 bags | $20 | No |
| 6-10 bags | $27 | No |
| Senior Residents (60 years or older) with 1-2 bags | $10 | No |
| Quantity | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk or unbagged | $54/ton, $36 minimum charge | Yes |
| Mini pickup load | $19 | No |
| Full-size pickup without rack | $27 | No |
| Christmas Trees (without ornaments, lights and tree stands) | $11 | No |
| Quantity | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk or unbagged | $88/ton, $36 minimum charge | Yes |
| 1-5 bags | $19 | No |
| 6-10 bags | $25 | No |
| Senior Residents (60 years or older) with 1-2 bags | $10 | No |
| Quantity | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Small amounts only (limited to up to 2 cubic yards (4- 95-gallon carts) per day, per county resident household | $103/ton, $46 minimum charge for residents | Yes |
| Item | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance that requires the removal of refrigerant (coolant) or a capacitor. Common items: refrigerators, freezers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, water coolers, and air conditioners. | $14 each | No |
| Quantity | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1-10 passenger tires | $13 each | No |
| Item | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Trees | $11 | No |
| Toilet or Sink | $11 | No |
| Small single items in general (vacuum cleaner, etc.) | $11 | No |
| 20-pound propane tank (Propane tanks must be disposed of at Household Hazardous Waste Site) | $14 each | No |
Due to the specific handling and disposal of these items, the charge is not assessed by weight.
| Item | Cost | Scale Required |
|---|---|---|
| Fiberglass Bathtub | $16 | No |
| Dresser or Desk | $16 | No |
| Sleep Sofa/Sofa/Love Seat | $16 | No |
| Carpet or Pad | $16 | No |
| Recliner or Chair | $16 | No |
| Dining Room Table | $16 | No |
| Mattress and Box Spring | $16 | No |
Where the money comes from: The I-95 Landfill and I-66 Transfer Station are funded through the collection of fees for service paid by customers – not through the county’s General Fund.
Where the money goes: Revenues are used to cover operating costs including equipment, personnel, utilities, environmental controls, hazardous waste, recycling and waste reduction programs.
Learn more about how the Solid Waste Management Program usesthe disposal fees to fund trash and recycling services for residents.
