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Melrose Park Transfer Station
Transfer stationPublicly ownedStone Park, Cook County, Illinois
About this transfer station
Melrose Park Transfer Station is a publicly owned transfer station in Stone Park, Cook County, Illinois. It is operated by Waste Management, Inc.. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
Full checklist: what to know before going to the dump →
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Melrose Park Transfer Station?
We have not verified hours for this transfer station yet. Most transfer stations open weekday mornings and many keep limited Saturday hours. Call the facility or check the operator website before you go.
How much does it cost to dump at Melrose Park Transfer Station?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Melrose Park Transfer Station if I don't live in Cook County?
Many publicly owned facilities give residents lower rates or limit self-haul to residents. Bring ID showing your address and confirm the rules by phone first.
What is the closest other dump to Melrose Park Transfer Station?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Greenwood Transfer Facility (transfer station), about 3.5 miles away in Cook County, IL.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Transfer Facility Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 3.5 mi |
| Groot Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 8.2 mi |
| Chicago Metro Transfer Station - Laramie Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 8.9 mi |
| Lakeshore Recycling Systems Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 10.9 mi |
| Republic Services Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 11.8 mi |
| Chicago Metro Transfer Station - Hooker Cook County, IL | Transfer station | 12.4 mi |