Summerdale, Alabama

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Magnolia Landfill

15093 Landfill Dr Summerdale AL 36580 USA

4.2/5(34 reviews)

Magnolia Landfill is Baldwin County's waste management and recycling facility, strategically located in Summerdale, Alabama. Serving Baldwin County and surrounding areas including Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe, and Washington counties, this modern facility provides disposal and recycling services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Waste Management Services: Municipal Solid Waste Disposal Construction & Demolition Debris Processing Yard Waste and Organic Material Composting Biosolids and Industrial Sludge Treatment Tire Recycling and Processing White Goods and Bulky Item Disposal Asbestos Disposal (Friable and Non-Friable) Clean and Contaminated Soil Management Auto Shredder Fluff Processing Environmental Leadership & Innovation: Magnolia Landfill leads Alabama's environmental sustainability efforts with modern programs including natural gas reclamation converting methane to renewable natural gas (RNG), vegetative material grinding reducing organic waste by 75%, composting services, and advanced drum management systems. The facility operates under strict environmental permits including Air Permit 2160-00075-V1, CERCLA D-0046 R1, and DEQ Permit P-0046. Facility Specifications: Total Site Area: 522 acres Disposal Area: 287.10 acres Advanced Leachate Management System modern Environmental Monitoring Full-time Environmental Compliance Team Convenient Location & Access: Located at 15093 Landfill Drive in Summerdale, AL 36580, Magnolia Landfill is easily accessible from Highway 59 and serves as the primary waste management hub for the Gulf Coast region. The facility is conveniently located near major population centers including Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, and Gulf Shores. Customer Service Excellence: With 34 customer reviews averaging 4.2 stars, Magnolia Landfill is recognized for friendly, courteous service and efficient operations. Recent reviews highlight the facility's professional staff, competitive pricing, and commitment to environmental stewardship. The facility maintains extended hours Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Saturday 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM for customer convenience. Environmental Impact & Community Benefits: Magnolia Landfill actively contributes to Alabama's environmental goals through methane capture and renewable energy production, organic waste reduction programs, and recycling initiatives. The facility supports local economic development while maintaining the highest environmental standards for waste management in the Gulf Coast region.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110071892455 for MAGNOLIA LANDFILL at 15093 LANDFILL DRIVE, SUMMERDALE, AL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: OTAQREG:OTAQREG10236185. Recorded program interests: ETHANOL FACILITY. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Baldwin Recycling, LLC

18276 Couch Plant Rd Summerdale AL 36580 USA

5/5(4 reviews)

Baldwin Recycling, LLC is a scrap metal yard serving the Summerdale, Alabama area. The facility offers scrap metal recycling services including container requests and car pickups. Known for their friendly and helpful staff, they provide competitive pricing and are committed to assisting customers with their recycling needs. The facility is American-owned and operated, providing local scrap metal services with excellent customer service. Customers consistently praise the clean office environment, efficient service, and outstanding staff who help with unloading materials.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat Contact for hours · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110013742799 for BALDWIN RECYCLING at 18276 COUCH PLANT ROAD, SUMMERDALE, AL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2016-08-09. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:ALG180595, NPDES:ALG180942, PERMIT TRACKING:19420. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STATE MASTER, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2016-08-09. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County

15140 Co Rd 49 Summerdale AL 36580 USA

3.7/5(29 reviews)

The Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County is the county agency handling garbage collection, recycling, and landfill operations from its facility at 15093 Landfill Drive in Summerdale, AL. Residential curbside collection is mandatory for residents of unincorporated Baldwin County, with all trash required to be placed in a county-issued cart. The authority runs curbside recycling, manned CHaRM drop-off centers for hard-to-recycle materials, unmanned drop-off container locations throughout the county, and seasonal events such as Christmas tree recycling. It also operates the Magnolia, MacBride, and Eastfork landfills and the Bay Minette Transfer Station.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

Accepts: Curbside recyclables (via curbside recycling program), Hard-to-recycle materials accepted at manned CHaRM drop-off centers, Christmas trees (seasonal tree recycling events), General household garbage/trash (curbside cart collection)

Services: Mandatory residential curbside garbage collection for unincorporated Baldwin County · Curbside recycling program · Manned drop-off recycling at CHaRM (Centers for Hard to Recycle Materials) · Unmanned drop-off recycling container locations countywide · Landfill operations (Magnolia, MacBride, and Eastfork landfills) · Bay Minette Transfer Station · Seasonal, storm, and event recycling (including Christmas tree recycling) · Materials Recovery Facility / Waste and Recycling Adventure Center tours · Illegal dumping and littering reporting

Who is required to use the residential garbage collection program?

Participation in the residential solid waste collection program is mandatory for residents of the unincorporated areas of Baldwin County, Alabama. It is part of an effort to reduce illegal dumping and littering.

How do I set out garbage for curbside pickup?

All garbage at the curb must be placed in your Baldwin County cart. Items left outside the cart will not be picked up.

Materials Accepted in Summerdale

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Summerdale include landfill, competitive pricing, waste disposal, construction debris, yard waste. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in Summerdale, Alabama

Summerdale participates in the Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) of Baldwin County program, which collects garbage weekly in a 95-gallon cart, and service is mandatory. SWDA offers curbside recycling as a $10 monthly add-on. Summerdale is home to the Magnolia Landfill and the Magnolia CHaRM on Terra Bella Drive, plus an unmanned recycling drop-off at 102 1st Street W.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Summerdale AL have curbside recycling?

SWDA offers curbside recycling for $10 per month with weekly pickup, as an add-on to garbage service or standalone in select areas. SWDA is rolling the service out countywide by the end of 2026. Check your address on the SWDA service map or call 251-972-6878.

Who picks up garbage in Summerdale AL?

The Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County collects weekly residential garbage in Summerdale, with routes running Monday through Thursday. Each home gets a 95-gallon cart, and carts go to the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day. Baldwin County requires garbage service or a haul your own permit from the Health Department.

What can go in the curbside recycling cart in Summerdale AL?

Paper, cardboard, plastics #1 to #7, aluminum cans and lids, and tin and steel cans. Waxed paper, food packaging such as ice cream and milk cartons, thick plastics like tarps, and electronics stay out.

Where do I take electronics, paint, and batteries in Summerdale AL?

Take them to the Magnolia CHaRM (Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials) at 15101 Terra Bella Drive, Summerdale, AL 36580. It is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. CHaRMs take electronics, batteries, paint, household hazardous waste, propane tanks, and lightbulbs.

Where is the recycling drop-off in Summerdale AL?

SWDA runs an unmanned recycling drop-off at 102 1st Street W in Summerdale and another at the Magnolia Landfill, 15093 Landfill Drive. Both take the same materials as curbside recycling. Hard-to-recycle items go to the CHaRM.

What are the Magnolia Landfill hours in Summerdale AL?

Magnolia Landfill at 15480 Terra Bella Drive is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 251-972-6878. The payment window at the Materials Recovery Facility, 15101 Terra Bella Drive, is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Recycling tips for Summerdale

  • •Request bulky item and yard waste pickup from SWDA. One pickup each month is free.
  • •Report missed pickups at 251-972-6878 or through the SWDA online service request.
  • •SWDA runs no garbage service on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day. Other holidays run as usual.
  • •Electronics never go in the curbside cart. Drop them at the CHaRM.

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