Three collection sites will be offered for Daviess County residents who need to dispose of flood affected interior home debris. Daviess County Landfill Knottsville Convenience Center Stanley Park The temporary collection site at Stanley Park will…
Daviess County Landfill Cooking Compost for Spring Release
As spring weather arrives, the Daviess County Landfill is starting the process of making the first batch of compost for the year. Leaves collected in the City of Owensboro are placed in rows. The Landfill adds…
Expanded Trash for Cash Program to Launch in Daviess County
Daviess County Fiscal Court has announced an expanded Trash for Cash program for 2025. “Put trash in its place,” said Judge/Executive Charlie Castlen. “Help beautify our community by collecting roadside litter and raise money for your…
Experience the Working Face of the Contained Landfill
Don't miss this rare look at the working face of the Contained Landfill. Solid Waste Manager Travis Ricker is driving a 120,000 lb. trash compactor. It's a large tractor with spiked steel wheels that crushes and…
Caisson Wells Added to Capture More Landfill Gas
When garbage breaks down in the landfill, it produces a mixture of gases, primarily methane and carbon dioxide. This Landfill gas (LFG) must be captured and burned off through a flare system or used for energy.…
Refrigerator Disposal at Daviess County Landfill
When it’s time to replace your refrigerator, it is important to properly dispose of your old model. The Daviess County Landfill and Transfer Station accept refrigerators, chest freezers, air conditioners and other appliances that contain refrigerant…
New Projects Planned for Grimes Avenue Transfer Station
Daviess County Fiscal Court has approved contracts with Axiom Architecture for the design of a new office building and concrete pad at the Grimes Avenue Transfer Station. Both projects are part of the Phase I $1.7…
Gas Well Expansion at Landfill
The Daviess County Landfill is accepting 800-900 tons of garbage per day. Over time, bacteria will break down the organic material in trash to produce Landfill gas (LFG), a mixture of methane, carbon dioxide, and other…
Tox Away Day to Divert Household Hazardous Waste
Daviess County Fiscal Court will sponsor a Tox Away Day on Saturday, September 28. It's an effort to divert household hazardous waste from the Landfill. Daviess County residents should bring items to the Operations Center on…
Final Batch of Compost Available at Landfill
Daviess County Solid Waste has released the final batch of compost for the year. Approximately 450 yards will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The cost is $22 per cubic yard. The Class I compost…
Compost Available for Sale at Daviess County Landfill
On Monday, April 8, the Daviess County Landfill will be releasing the first batch of compost for the year. The cost is $22.00 per cubic yard. This Class I compost is available for lawns and spring…
Project to Clean Up Landfill Gas to Pipeline Quality
Gas is a natural byproduct of the decomposition of organic material in the landfill. Judge/Executive Charlie Castlen and Solid Waste Manager Travis Ricker discuss a project that will reuse the natural gas for energy. Currently, about…
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