Johnson Dump & Landfill Guide
There is 1 public waste site serving Johnson. Check hours, fees and accepted items below before you load the truck.
The Johnson site
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Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill
Call ahead to confirmMay-Sep 30: Wed 12-7, Sat 9-5; Oct 1-Apr 30: Wed 12-5, Sat 9-5; closed holidays
Map
Hours
| Site | Hours |
|---|---|
| Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | May-Sep 30: Wed 12-7, Sat 9-5; Oct 1-Apr 30: Wed 12-5, Sat 9-5; closed holidays |
Statutory holiday hours often differ. Check the official site before a long weekend.
Fees
| Site | Listed fees | Residents only? |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | Household garbage free; non-household loads $15 trailer, $30 half-ton, $75 dual-axle, $150-250 trucks; boats $8-15/ft (2026) | Unknown |
What goes where
| Item | Take it to | Not accepted at |
|---|---|---|
| Household garbage | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
| Furniture and bulky items | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
| Renovation and construction debris | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
| Electronics | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
| Yard waste and brush | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
| Paint, batteries and other hazardous waste | Not confirmed | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill |
| Scrap metal | Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill | None listed |
Based on each operator's published list. Items not shown haven't been confirmed for Johnson.
Before you go
- Bring photo ID or proof of address.
- Separate recycling, scrap metal and yard waste from garbage. They're often cheaper or free.
- Cover and tie down your load. Unsecured loads can be ticketed in Ontario.
- Fridges, freezers and air conditioners usually need a refrigerant-removed tag.
Questions people ask
Where is the dump in Johnson?
1 public waste site serves Johnson: Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill (3860 Government Rd, Desbarats).
What are the Johnson dump hours?
Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill: May-Sep 30: Wed 12-7, Sat 9-5; Oct 1-Apr 30: Wed 12-5, Sat 9-5; closed holidays. Holiday hours often differ, so check before a long weekend.
How much does it cost to go to the dump in Johnson?
Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill: Household garbage free; non-household loads $15 trailer, $30 half-ton, $75 dual-axle, $150-250 trucks; boats $8-15/ft (2026).
Does the Johnson dump take shingles, drywall or mattresses?
Shingles: not confirmed, ask the site before you go. Drywall: not confirmed, ask the site before you go. Mattresses: not confirmed, ask the site before you go.
Can non-residents use the Johnson dump?
Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill doesn't say; bring proof of address in case.
Nearby
Sources
- Johnson Tarbutt Joint Landfill: Township of Johnson
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