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Dumpster Rental in Colorado
Prime Dumpster handles dumpster rental in Colorado for 40 cities and the towns nearby, from Fort Collins and Denver down to Pueblo and across to Grand Junction. Construction crews count on us most, and so do homeowners with basement clean-outs, reroofs and kitchen remodels, plus commercial and federal projects.
Your price comes down to a few local details. The container size, the debris inside it, the spot where it's placed and the landfill that receives it all make a difference.
On this page you'll find Colorado price ranges, permit advice, disposal rules and the landfill details worth knowing before a project starts.
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40
cities served in Colorado
10–40
yard containers available
5 days
standard rental period
Colorado Dumpster Rental Prices
The prices below reflect general ranges for a standard five-day rental period. Your account manager will confirm tonnage, overage rates, and other specifics before you book.
| Size | Average Price Range | Approximate Dimensions | Common Price Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard Dumpster | $399–$499 | 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H | Debris weight; heavy materials like concrete reach limits quickly |
| 15-Yard Dumpster | $449–$569 | 16' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' H | Debris mix; combined light and heavy materials affect disposal fees |
| 20-Yard Dumpster | $499–$649 | 22' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' H | Landfill distance; out-of-county loads may carry higher tipping fees |
| 30-Yard Dumpster | $599–$799 | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | Debris volume; longer rental periods may apply for larger projects |
| 40-Yard Dumpster | $699–$899 | 22–24' L × 8' W × 8' H | Project scope; commercial and demolition loads vary widely by material |
Prices shown are general ranges for estimation purposes. Your final quote will depend on many factors, which your Prime Dumpster Account Manager will explain after learning about your project needs during your free consultation.
What Factors Affect Your Dumpster Rental Price?
Every rental starts with the same service: we drop the container off, you use it for the rental period, and we come back to haul it away. From there, your project details build the quote.
Four details matter most. They are the container size, the type of debris, the number of days you keep it, and the job address. Dirt, tile and roofing get heavy quickly, and a longer rental adds cost.
In Colorado, counties and private operators each set their own landfill tipping fees, and that charge becomes part of your quote. Two things tend to move it here: whether the debris comes from inside the county, and whether clean material is kept apart from mixed waste.
Two examples of how county disposal differs in practice:
- The Garfield County Landfill near Rifle charges $46 per ton for trash generated inside the county and $100 per ton for trash brought in from outside it.
- The Eagle County Landfill charges $57 per ton for construction and demolition debris, but only $15 per ton at its diversion site for clean concrete and plain dimensional lumber.
What that means for you: the same debris can cost more than twice as much when it crosses a county line. Separating clean concrete or lumber can cut the rate, though one wrong item can send the whole load back to standard pricing.
Fees change, so check each county's official page. Your account manager can identify the landfill for your address and walk you through what drives your final price.
Do I Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Colorado?
A dumpster on your own driveway or private lot usually doesn't need a permit. Once it sits on a public street, sidewalk or alley, that changes. The agency that owns the road has to approve it, and that approval should come before the truck arrives.
Colorado leaves container rules to the owner of each road, so the permit office you call depends on where the dumpster will sit:
- On a county road in Jefferson County, you need a Right-of-Way Use and Construction Permit from the Transportation and Engineering Division. Each permit carries a flat fee, with an added percentage for card payments, and review takes about two days. The office is at 303-271-8495, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- On a city street, the city sets the terms. Arvada's dumpster permit through Engineering Services lets a container stay in the right-of-way for 30 calendar days, or 120 calendar days when the project has a city building permit.
Main streets in smaller towns are often state highways, where the Colorado Department of Transportation handles special use permits for work in its right-of-way. If you're not sure who owns your road, your account manager will track down the right contact before delivery.
What Can't Go in a Dumpster in Colorado
Most debris from a home project or job site is fine to load. What's refused comes down to each landfill's permit, and those permits follow rules from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
State rules keep three household items out of Colorado landfills. Used lead-acid batteries, used motor oil and electronics such as TVs, computers and monitors from homes can't be buried. The electronics ban has been in place since 2013, so a single old TV can cause trouble at the gate.
As everywhere in the country, hazardous waste and liquids aren't accepted at standard landfills, and friable asbestos needs a site approved to handle it.
Individual sites go further. The Mesa County Landfill in Grand Junction refuses batteries, electronics, fluorescent bulbs, appliances that still hold refrigerant, and any waste from outside the county. Eagle County won't take an appliance with Freon unless a certified technician documents its removal.
Have electronics, tires, appliances or anything you're not certain about? Check with your account manager before it goes in the container, and they'll tell you where it belongs.
Colorado Landfill Disposal Sites
Disposal in Colorado is split between counties and private companies, each running its own landfills, so the site that takes your debris depends on the project location.
On the Western Slope, the Mesa County Landfill at 3071 US-50 in Grand Junction serves county residents only. Loads must be tarped and tied down before arrival, and uncovered loads pay double.
In the mountains, the Eagle County Landfill at 815 Ute Creek in Wolcott includes state surcharges in its posted rates and runs a diversion site for clean building material.
CDPHE permits every landfill in Colorado and sets which materials each may accept. When you book, your account manager confirms the receiving facility for your address and any material restrictions there.
Mesa County Landfill
3071 US-50, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Monday through Friday 7 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. All loads must be covered.
Eagle County Landfill
815 Ute Creek, Wolcott, CO 81655
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sundays and major holidays.
Cities We Serve in Colorado
40
locations served across Colorado
With just one call or text, our team coordinates the services you need through our network of vetted local hauling partners, saving you valuable time and resources. Whether you’re overseeing a construction project, handling commercial waste, managing government contracts, or organizing large-scale events, Prime Dumpster delivers the expertise and reliability you need to keep operations running smoothly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a dumpster rental cost in Colorado?
For a standard five-day rental in Colorado, expect about $399–$499 for a 10-yard dumpster and up to $699–$899 for a 40-yard. The final number depends on the container size, the kind of debris you load and the county landfill that accepts it. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates before you book.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Colorado?
Not from the state. A container on your driveway usually needs no permit, but one on a public road does. The road's owner issues it: the county for county roads, the city for city streets, and CDOT for state highways. Your account manager can find the right office for your address.
What can't go in a dumpster in Colorado?
Household lead-acid batteries, used motor oil and electronics such as TVs and computers are banned from Colorado landfills, along with hazardous waste, liquids and friable asbestos. Many sites also refuse appliances that still hold refrigerant. One banned item can get a full container turned away, so sort before loading.
Why does dumpster rental cost vary from one Colorado county to the next?
Each landfill sets its own fees and rules. Garfield County charges more than double for trash from outside the county, and Eagle County gives clean concrete and lumber a far lower rate than mixed debris. The site and what you load both shape the disposal cost.
Can I put tires in a Colorado dumpster?
It's best not to. Colorado rules send waste tires to tire processors, collectors or approved tire sites, and landfills that do take them charge by the tire or by the ton. Set tires aside and ask your account manager where they should go before the container fills.
Does Colorado charge a state fee on landfilled waste?
Yes. Colorado collects a solid waste user fee on waste disposed at landfills, and facilities report their volumes to CDPHE every quarter. Some counties fold it into posted rates and others list it separately, so your account manager can explain how it shows up for your load.
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