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

Take it to the Forty West Landfill. Cost: $63 a ton, or free with a yard debris permit ($25 with a residential permit, $50 alone). Limit: branches under 4 inches across.

Forty West Landfill

County residents by permit or paying by weight; recycling center, tires, mattresses, electronics

Hours
Monday to Saturday	7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sunday	Closed

Hours are in Eastern time.
The scales close at 3 p.m.

12630 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Get directions Call the center

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

Sources: Washington County: Recycling Drop-Off Locations; Washington County: Rates & Facilities; Washington County: Recycling Information; Washington County: 2026 Holiday Schedule, Department of Solid Waste

Rules for brush and yard waste

Fee: $63 a ton, or free with a yard debris permit ($25 with a residential permit, $50 alone)
Limit: Branches under 4 inches across
Residency: Not posted. Call ahead.

Brush and yard waste in other counties and cities

Sources: Washington County: Rates & Facilities; Washington County: Recycling Information

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