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Dumpster Rental in Utah
Prime Dumpster delivers dumpster rental in Utah across 48 cities and their neighboring communities, from Logan and Ogden through Salt Lake City and Provo down to St. George. Whether it's a garage purge, a new roof, a basement finish or a subdivision construction project, we have containers for it, and we handle commercial and federal work too.
Local factors decide your price. The size of the container, the debris you load, where it's placed and the landfill that accepts it all have a say.
This page covers Utah price ranges, permit rules, landfill limits and the disposal details you'll want before starting a project.
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48
cities served in Utah
10–40
yard containers available
5 days
standard rental period
Utah 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?
A rental has three basic parts: delivery, the time the dumpster stays on site, and the final haul to disposal. That part is simple, and the rest of your quote comes from the details of the job.
Those details include the container size, the kind of debris, how many days you need it and where the project sits. Concrete, dirt and roofing add weight in a hurry, and more days mean more cost.
Utah landfills are run by counties and regional waste districts, and each sets its own tipping fees, which carry into your quote. Two things shift the landfill charge most here: whether your debris is sorted, and whether it was generated inside the district that owns the site.
Two examples of how county disposal differs in practice:
- The Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District, which serves Davis and Morgan counties, charges $46.00 per ton for municipal solid waste from inside the district and $92.00 per ton for waste from outside it.
- The Salt Lake Valley Landfill charges $36 per ton for mixed trash, but only $12 per ton for broken concrete or asphalt with no trash mixed in.
In short, a load generated just across a district line can cost twice as much per ton. A clean load of concrete can cost a fraction of mixed debris, as long as nothing else gets tossed on top.
Check each county or district's official page for current fees. Your account manager can identify the landfill for your address and walk you through what shapes your final price.
Do I Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Utah?
A container on your own driveway or private lot generally doesn't require a permit. Put it on a public street, shoulder or sidewalk, and you'll need permission from the agency that owns that road before delivery.
Utah law requires a permit before placing an object in state highway right-of-way, while cities write their own rules for local streets. The office depends on which road the dumpster faces:
- On a state highway, the Utah Department of Transportation handles encroachment permits. Applicants provide traffic control plans, liability insurance and a bond, pay the required fee, and call the permit inspector at least 24 hours before setting up.
- On a Salt Lake City street, a traffic control permit is required for any dumpster placed on the road shoulder, with a fee based on how long the permit runs. The container also needs four lighted barricades, one at each corner. The permit office is at 801-535-6630, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 5 p.m.
Other Utah cities run their own permit offices with different requirements. Your account manager can find out who handles your street before the delivery date.
What Can't Go in a Dumpster in Utah
Nearly any debris from a remodel, clean-out or build is fine. Limits are set by what each landfill is permitted to take, following rules from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control.
Utah law bars lead-acid batteries from any public or private disposal facility, so they have to go to a retailer, wholesaler or recycler. State rules also restrict tires, and a landfill may receive only a small number of whole tires at one time.
As at landfills nationwide, hazardous waste and liquids are excluded, and friable asbestos needs a facility approved to accept it.
Sites also post their own refusals. The Salt Lake Valley Landfill doesn't accept solar panels or battery systems, limits loads to 12 tires, and turns away tires from commercial tire operations.
If electronics, tires, appliances or anything else on your project leaves you unsure, ask your account manager where it should go before it goes in the container.
Utah Landfill Disposal Sites
Counties and special waste districts manage most of Utah's public landfills. The one that takes your debris depends on where in the state the project is located.
The Salt Lake Valley Landfill at 6030 W. California Ave. serves Salt Lake County. It's open Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and every load must be securely covered.
In southwest Utah, the Washington County Landfill at 330 N Landfill Rd in Washington serves St. George and nearby towns. It prices construction and demolition debris lower than household trash and takes clean dirt and tile at no charge.
North of Salt Lake, the Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District handles waste for Davis and Morgan counties and asks for proof of district residency to get in-district rates.
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality oversees every landfill permit in the state. When you book, your account manager confirms the receiving facility for your address and any material restrictions there.
Salt Lake Valley Landfill
6030 W. California Ave., Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Open Monday-Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All loads must be securely covered.
Washington County Landfill
330 N Landfill Rd, Washington, UT 84780
Open Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm and Saturday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Closed Sunday.
Cities We Serve in Utah
48
locations served across Utah
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a dumpster rental cost in Utah?
For a standard five-day rental in Utah, a 10-yard dumpster generally costs $399–$499 and a 40-yard runs $699–$899. The final price depends on the container size, the debris you plan to load and the county landfill or district site that takes it. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates before you book.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Utah?
Not from the state for private property. A dumpster on your driveway usually needs nothing, but one on a public road needs a permit. UDOT handles state highways, and cities such as Salt Lake City issue their own permits for local streets. Your account manager can find the right office for you.
What can't go in a dumpster in Utah?
Lead-acid batteries, hazardous waste, liquids and friable asbestos stay out of ordinary Utah landfills, and tire loads are strictly limited. Some sites also refuse solar panels and battery systems. A container carrying restricted items can be refused, so remove them before the pickup.
Why does dumpster rental cost vary from one Utah county to the next?
Each county and waste district sets its own rates. The Wasatch district charges double for waste from outside its boundary, and Salt Lake County charges far less for clean concrete than for mixed trash. Where the load goes and how it's sorted both affect the disposal cost.
Can I put tires in a Utah dumpster?
Only in small numbers, and it's better to keep them out. Utah limits how many whole tires a landfill can take at once, and sites like the Salt Lake Valley Landfill charge per tire and cap each load. Ask your account manager where to take them before loading.
Does Utah charge a state fee on landfilled waste?
Utah landfill charges are posted by the county or district that runs each site, so the disposal cost on your load depends on which facility receives it. Your account manager can confirm the landfill that serves your address, its current rates and any added fees.
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