Recycling center in Lino Lakes, MN

Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site

Name: Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site
Address: 7701 Main St Lino Lakes MN 55038 USA, Lino Lakes, MN, 55038, US
Telephone: (763) 324-3400
Rating: 4

7701 Main St Lino Lakes MN 55038 USA

4 (22 reviews)

Yard WasteTree WasteOrganic Food Scraps

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Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site recycling center in Lino Lakes, MN - View of facility

About this center

Bunker Hills and Rice Creek are two compost sites in Anoka County that accept yard waste, tree waste, and organic food scraps from residents. They also take Emerald Ash Borer-infested tree waste. Visitors are advised to arrive 15 minutes before closing, present proof of residence, and ensure their waste is free of garbage or plastic. Tree waste can be loose or bundled, with bundling encouraged for lower fees. The sites have specific hours of operation depending on the season, and fees are charged based on volume for tree waste. Anoka County residents can get unscreened compost for free, and there are additional materials available for purchase. Commercial businesses have different rates and need to contact the site operator for more information. The sites do not accept certain materials like garbage or recyclables, and state law prohibits putting tree and yard waste in the garbage.

Materials accepted & services

Yard WasteTree WasteOrganic Food ScrapsEmerald Ash Borer-infested Tree WasteProof of Residence RequiredFree Unscreend Compost for Anoka County ResidentsAdditional Materials for PurchaseCommercial Business Rates AvailableYard wasteBrush and boughs

Services offered

Yard-waste drop-off
Tree-waste drop-off
Organic waste drop-off

Prices & reviews

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Mike S

a year ago

Review

Apparently we aren’t paying enough taxes in Anoka county as they are charging for brush disposal. This rice creek site was 32 dollars for a trailer full of tree trimmings and bunker hills site was 16 dollars. Like stated in other posts the way they determine price is incorrect. If one was to break it down to twigs you wouldn’t get charged cause it would be less than the two yards. Kinda like the front end loader will do to them periodically. Residents of Ramsey county get yard waste garbage bins that will get picked up I believe once a month. And have never paid a dime at any of compost site's in Ramsey county. It’s like they want us to find alternative optionsGoing to these compost sites was the first time I was charged anything at a compost. What a joke.

Half my brain tied behind my back

a year ago

Review

Update $42 to unload a trailer of branches! I found a free drop off site. This is a rip off. Update…This may have been a fluke as there have been reports of overcharging by a former employee. I had options and was able to dump for free elsewhere. I have since brought leaves and grass clippings and had a positive experience.

John W

7 years ago

Review

I paid $12. I have been going here for years. Never had a problem or felt price was too high. When I saw charges of $42 in reviews I was apprehensive to go back. Went back today and paid $12 for a medium sized trailer packed with brush. I mentioned the reviews of high prices to the attendant and he said there was a former employee who was grossly overcharging. Either way I have never had a problem in dozens of compost size uses.

Public records at a glance

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Visitor questions

Where is the Rice Creek Compost Site?

Anoka County lists the Rice Creek site at 7701 Main Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55038.

What can be brought to county compost sites?

The county lists yard waste, tree waste, and organic materials such as food scraps at its compost sites.

Is Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site open on Saturday?

Yes. Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site is open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Is Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site open on Sunday?

Yes. Anoka County Rice Creek Compost Site is open 12:00 – 5:00 PM on Sundays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Permits & registrations

Dated registry entries and filings do not establish current permit validity, insurance coverage or operating status.

Matched facility / site record

Minnesota solid-waste records

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

Source-listed permit identifier: PBR001191

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Retrieved:: 2026-10-30 (source access date)

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What Minnesota MPCA solid-waste identifiers and permit records are associated with this site?

The MPCA Solid Waste Sites dataset identifies Rice Creek Compost Site as agency interest 212949, with recorded permit identifiers PBR001191. The associated activity classes are Permit by Rule. Retrieved 2026-10-30. Permit-by-rule records remain distinct from individual permits; this dataset does not provide an expiration date or confirm current permit standing.

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What active solid-waste units does Minnesota MPCA record at this address?

The dataset records these active site units or classifications for Rice Creek Compost Site: Compost Site; Solid Waste Storage; Transfer Station. Retrieved 2026-10-30. Active is the source's unit-status field. These regulatory classifications do not by themselves establish public drop-off access, opening hours or acceptance of a specific load.

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