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How to get rid of brush and yard waste in Howard County

Take it to the Alpha Ridge Landfill Wood Waste Area. Cost: free up to 2 tons a year; $40 a ton after. Limit: clean brush, branches, grass, and leaves.

Alpha Ridge Landfill Wood Waste Area

Residents and permitted contractors; brush, yard trim, and leaves; compost and mulch for sale

Hours
Monday to Saturday8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
  • Contractors’ hours end at 3:30 p.m.

2350 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, MD 21104

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 26, 2026.

Sources: Howard County: Wood Waste Area; Howard County: Alpha Ridge Landfill

Rules for brush and yard waste

Fee
Free up to 2 tons a year; $40 a ton after
Limit
Clean brush, branches, grass, and leaves
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.

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