While our hours of operation reflect the time we’re open to the public, our internal Rumpke team works on a different hourly schedule in order to maintain an efficient and compliant operation.
Landfill & Recycling Center in Medora, IN
Rumpke - Medora Landfill & Recycling
Address
546 S County Rd 870 W
Medora, IN 47260
Phone
(800) 828-8171
Recycling drop-off available.
Medora Landfill
The Medora Landfill in Jackson County, Indiana, was established in 1971. Rumpke purchased the site in 1983 and has worked to maintain it as an environmentally friendly disposal option for the Southern Indiana region.
About the Landfill
- The Medora Landfill is permitted to receive municipal solid waste and construction demolition debris. On average, the facility receives 1,500 tons of material per day, and is permitted to receive 2,000 tons of material per day.
- Currently, 174 acres at the site are permitted for waste disposal. Rumpke owns approximately 966 acres at the site.
- There is a three-acre wetland mitigation area on the property that was constructed in 2007. The area’s purpose is to preserve, enhance, restore and maintain the natural features and ecological values of the property, provide habitat for native plants and animals, improve and maintain water quality and control runoff of sediments.
- A stream mitigation area, constructed and maintained by Rumpke, stretches approximately one mile through land easements from neighboring property.
- Rumpke operates the landfill in strict compliance with all local, state and federal regulations that govern the site.
- The Medora Landfill is monitored and regularly inspected by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), Jackson County Health Department, US Army Corps of Engineers and Rumpke.
- Each new section of the landfill is designed and constructed with a special liner system that protects that environment and human health.
Medora Landfill
The Medora Landfill in Jackson County, Indiana was established in 1971. Rumpke purchased the site in 1983 and has worked to maintain it as an environmentally friendly disposal option for the Southern Indiana region.
About the Landfill
- The Medora Landfill is permitted to receive municipal solid waste and construction demolition debris. On average, the facility receives 1,500 tons of material per day, and is permitted to receive 2,000 tons of material per day.
- Currently, 174 acres at the site are permitted for waste disposal. Rumpke owns approximately 966 acres at the site.
- There is a three-acre wetland mitigation area on the property that was constructed in 2007. The area’s purpose is to preserve, enhance, restore and maintain the natural features and ecological values of the property, provide habitat for native plants and animals, improve and maintain water quality and control runoff of sediments.
- A stream mitigation area, constructed and maintained by Rumpke, stretches approximately one mile through land easements from neighboring property.
- Rumpke operates the landfill in strict compliance with all local, state and federal regulations that govern the site.
- The Medora Landfill is monitored and regularly inspected by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), Jackson County Health Department, US Army Corps of Engineers and Rumpke.
- Each new section of the landfill is designed and constructed with a special liner system that protects that environment and human health.
Landfill FAQs
Why do I see activity when it’s supposed to be closed?
Do you offer additional services in my area?
Yes! View all Jackson County waste and recycling services or select your county from our Indiana state page.
Is there a gas-to-energy facility on site?
Yes! Our gas-to-energy facility converts gases produced from decomposing waste into renewable, pipeline quality natural gas. This facility generates power to local homes.
Where does most of the waste come from?
Most of the waste that enters the Medora Landfill comes from neighboring counties in southern Indiana.
Are there other facilities on the site?
In addition to the landfill, the site features a recycling center, maintenance garage, hauling operation and a landfill gas-to-energy facility.
Medora Recycling Center
Rumpke’s recycling center in Medora, IN, accepts recyclables from a wide portion of southern Indiana, covering a 75-mile radius around the facility. Recyclables come from residential curbside and drop-off box programs and commercial customers.
Processes & Capabilities
- Rumpke processes recycling from residential, commercial and industrial customers.
- The 9,520-square foot recycling center features a sizeable tipping floor, an enclosed compactor and a baler for commercial cardboard.
- The facility processes approximately 8,000 tons each year.
- Some recyclables collected at the Medora Recycling Center will be transported directly to manufacturers to create new products, while Rumpke will transport remaining items to its regional recycling facility in Cincinnati for processing.
Medora Recycling Center
Rumpke’s recycling center in Medora, IN, accepts recyclables from a wide portion of southern Indiana, covering a 75-mile radius around the facility. Recyclables come from residential curbside and drop-off box programs and commercial customers.
Processes & Capabilities
- Rumpke processes recycling from residential, commercial and industrial customers.
- The 9,520-square foot recycling center features a sizeable tipping floor, an enclosed compactor and a baler for commercial cardboard.
- The facility processes approximately 8,000 tons each year.
- Some recyclables collected at the Medora Recycling Center will be transported directly to manufacturers to create new products, while Rumpke will transport remaining items to its regional recycling facility in Cincinnati for processing.
Recycling Center FAQs
Why do I see activity when it’s supposed to be closed?
While our hours of operation reflect the time we’re open to the public, our internal Rumpke team works on a different hourly schedule in order to maintain an efficient and compliant operation.
Can I drop off recycling at this facility?
Yes! We offer a public drop-off box where area residents can bring recyclables directly to the site.
Do you offer additional services in my area?
Yes! View all Jackson County waste and recycling services or select your county from our Indiana state page.
How many recycling facilities does Rumpke have in the U.S. and where are they located?
You can view all of our facilities accessible to the public using our Facility Finder.
Where does Rumpke procure its recyclables for this facility (single-stream household collections, commercial collections, etc.)? How far of a mile radius?
Rumpke’s Medora Recycling Facility accepts recyclables from a wide portion of southern Indiana, covering a 75-mile radius around the facility. Recyclables come from residential curbside and drop-off box programs and commercial customers.
Are the recyclables picked up or are they dropped off at the facility?
Primarily, recyclables are brought to the facility by Rumpke collection trucks that collect recycling from residential and commercial customers in the region. Area residents can also bring recyclables directly to the site, where Rumpke offers a public drop-off box.
How are recyclables processed at the facility?
The facility serves two primary functions:
1. Residential Single Stream
Rumpke offers single stream curbside collection throughout the surrounding community. Materials collected are delivered to the Medora Recycling Center and unloaded onto the tipping floor.
A conveyor line feeds the material to a manual pre-sort station, where contaminants are removed.
The single stream material is then conveyed outside the facility into an enclosed compactor. The material is then transported to Rumpke’s regional single stream Material Recovery Facility in Cincinnati for processing.
2. Commercial Cardboard
Rumpke collects loose cardboard from area businesses and industries and delivers it to the Medora Recycling Center. The cardboard is unloaded onto the tipping floor.
A conveyor line feeds the cardboard to a manual pre-sort station, where contaminants are removed.
The cardboard is then baled in a closed-door, manual tie baler. Rumpke transports baled cardboard directly to regional end-users.
What types of recyclables are accepted?
Please see our list of accepable items.
Jackson County Waste Services
Trash Pickup
Are you looking for a hassle-free way to get rid of all your residential or business waste on a timely schedule? Then check out our trash pickup services in Jackson County.
Dumpster Rental
Working on a home improvement project or cleaning out your basement? Rumpke offers a variety of large dumpsters with easy rental options.