What time do I have to be in the landfill by?
You must be in by closing time (be aware of Summer vs Winter hours), but if you are not out by closing time there are late fees of $25 for every 10 minutes you are in the landfill past closing.

Why do I have to pay to dump, if I am a resident of the county?
The Gallatin Solid Waste Management District is an enterprise fund and does not receive tax dollars. All programs are funded by landfill tipping fees.

Can I use a credit card that is not mine (i.e. boss, company, family member) to pay for disposal?
Yes, you will need to have the information with you so you can manually enter it when you are at the scale to pay.

When does the landfill close due to weather?
See our weather station data for information about Logan Landfill. You can also call 406-582-2095 to confirm that we are open.

What is Class 4?
Class 4 is construction material.

Why does it cost more to get rid of Class 4 and concrete?
Larger items that don’t break down or biodegrade take up more room in the landfill and are harder on the equipment.

Why are tires more expensive to get rid of?
Tires do not compact well or degrade, and occupy a lot of air space.

How do I dispose of Household Hazardous material?
Household hazardous items can be taken to the Bozeman Convenience Site between 8am and 2:30pm Tuesday through Saturday.  If you have commercially generated hazardous waste, please call Eric at 406-451-1230.

What is the policy for getting rid of a refrigerator, freezer or A/C unit?  Refrigerators and freezers (must be empty-NO food)/water coolers/air conditioning units :Cost per item is $32 to dispose ($30 for Freon evacuation and certification; $2 for appliance disposal fee).

How do I dispose of paint?
Oil-based paint and stain need to go to the hazardous waste facility at the  Bozeman Convenience Site.  You may drop the items off during 8am and 2:30pm Tuesday through Saturday.  Latex paint is not hazardous.  Dry the paint or solidify it with cat litter, sawdust, floor dry, sand, etc. to make a thick, non-pourable paste.   It can be disposed  with your regular trash.

Do you accept electronic waste?
Yes, it is part of your regular load ($27/ton) or subject to the $5 minimum if that is all you have. The scale house attendants will direct you to the drop-off location.

Why do you charge to accept yard/green waste?
It takes labor, equipment and fuel to create compost from yard/green waste.

Is your compost for sale?
No, it is used for reclamation and erosion control at Logan Landfill