Trash & Recycling in Montgomery County, OH (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Montgomery County, Ohio.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Montgomery County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Curbside trash pickup is run by each city or hauler, not the county. The county Solid Waste District operates the Moraine transfer station (open 6am-7pm weekdays), where trash is $30.50 per ton plus state and district fees.

Trash Pickup Rules in Montgomery County, OH

Some Restrictions

MCSWD Transfer Station Hours & Disposal Rates

Monday through Friday 6 am to 7 pm; Saturday - 8 am to 3 pm; Closed Sunday. Trash & appliances: $30.50 per ton; OEPA fees: $4.75 per ton; General fees: $3.65 per ton.

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Recycling Requirements

Montgomery County offers free drop-off recycling at the Moraine transfer station and countywide drop-offs, plus free electronics recycling for residents. Curbside recycling, where offered, is run by your city or hauler.

Recycling Rules in Montgomery County, OH

Some Restrictions

MCSWD Recycling & Special Collections Services

Free electronics recycling is offered at the Montgomery County Solid Waste Transfer Station to all Montgomery County residents.

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Illegal Dumping

Ohio law bans depositing litter on public or private property. Under ORC 3767.32, no person may deposit litter, or cause it to be deposited, on public property, on private property they do not own, or in the state's waters.

Illegal Dumping Laws in Montgomery County, OH

Some Restrictions

ORC 3767.32(A)

No person, regardless of intent, shall deposit litter or cause litter to be deposited on any public property, on private property not owned by the person, or in or on waters of the state unless one of the following applies.

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Trash & Recycling by City in Montgomery County

1 cities in Montgomery County have their own trash & recycling rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

DaytonPop. 137,644

6 verified rules • Bin Placement Rules, Bulk Item Disposal

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