Hurlock, MD Junk Removal & Dorchester County Transfer Station Guide
Hurlock sits right next to Dorchester County's landfill, which makes a do-it-yourself dump run sound easy. It can be — if you know which site takes what, when the transfer stations are open, and that you need a permit sticker for household trash. This guide pulls the details from Dorchester County's official Solid Waste Division and Recycling pages. Hours and fees change, so call the county landfill at 410-943-1700 before you load the truck.
Quick facts at a glance
- Golden Hill, Secretary and Chesapeake Drive (Cambridge) transfer stations: Tuesday–Saturday, 8 AM–4 PM.
- Neck District has a staffed site open two days a week. The county doesn't list the days online, so call to check.
- Household trash needs a county permit sticker. It costs $75 for October 1–December 31 if you're under 62, and $48.75 if you're 62 or older.
- Bulk trash tipping fee: $81 per ton, $10 minimum, plus a $20 surcharge on appliances with refrigerant.
- Only waste generated in Dorchester County is accepted.
- Landfill and transfer stations are closed Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and reopen with normal hours November 4.
Dorchester County transfer station hours and locations
Dorchester County changed the days and hours at its transfer stations on January 2, 2024. Golden Hill, Secretary and Chesapeake Drive are now open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 4 PM, and the county says they accept only trash and recycling during those hours. They are closed Sunday and Monday.
- Secretary Transfer Station: 5915 Cambridge Road (Route 14), Secretary, MD 21664. This is the closest transfer station to Hurlock and East New Market.
- Cambridge / Chesapeake Drive Transfer Station: on Siding Road, between 821 and 825 Chesapeake Drive, Cambridge, MD 21613. The county says this site also takes residential bagged trash.
- Golden Hill Transfer Station: 3270 Golden Hill Road, Church Creek, MD 21622.
- Neck District: a staffed convenience center in the Neck District Volunteer Fire Department parking lot, open two days a week for residents. Call 410-943-1700 to find out which days.
The county landfill near Hurlock
Dorchester County's municipal landfill is off Maryland Route 16, north of Hurlock. The county lists it as the Beulah Landfill, 6815 East New Market Ellwood Road, Hurlock, MD 21643. It takes only solid waste generated in Dorchester County. Besides trash, the county says the landfill takes waste oil, metals, white goods (appliances), excavated soil, woody material, grass and leaves. Drop-off is free for recyclables and for mulched or chipped wood, grass and leaves.
The county's website doesn't list the landfill's hours, so call 410-943-1700 before you go. You can also call that number to check where a couch, mattress or other bulky item should go.
Permit stickers and fees
You need a residential permit sticker to drop off bagged household trash. Stickers are prorated by quarter. Current county prices, effective July 1, 2026:
| Sticker period | Under 62 | 62 and over |
|---|---|---|
| July 1 – September 30 | $100 | $65 |
| October 1 – December 31 | $75 | $48.75 |
| January 1 – March 31 | $50 | $32.50 |
| April 1 – June 30 | $25 | $16.25 |
A second vehicle sticker is $25 and isn't prorated. You can buy stickers at the Dorchester County Landfill or the county Finance Department during normal hours, or apply through the county's online Landfill Permit page.
Other county fees:
- Bulk trash: $81 per ton, with a $10 minimum.
- Appliances with refrigerant: $20 surcharge.
- Tires (passenger and light truck): $3 each if clean and off the rim, $6 if dirty or still on the rim. Heavy truck and tractor tires cost $10 clean and off the rim, or $20 with the rim.
Rather skip the landfill run? INSTA picks up, loads and hauls furniture, appliances and cleanout loads in Hurlock. Call or text (443) 365-1942 or get a free estimate. You can also see our Hurlock junk removal page.
Free recycling drop-off in Hurlock
The county runs free, single-stream recycling bins for residents only, not businesses, so you don't need to sort. There's a set of bins in town at 200 Nealson Street, behind the Hurlock Police Department. More bins are at the Beulah Landfill, Golden Hill, the Secretary Transfer Station and Siding Road in Cambridge.
The bins take paper, cardboard, #1–#7 plastics, metal cans and glass. Keep these out of them: appliances, batteries, electrical cords, Christmas lights, garden hoses, plastic bags, polystyrene, tires, and wood or yard waste.
If you live inside Hurlock town limits, ask the Town of Hurlock about curbside trash and any seasonal cleanup events.
Which option fits your job?
| Your situation | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Bagged household trash, and you have a permit sticker | Secretary or Chesapeake Drive transfer station (Tue–Sat, 8–4) |
| Bottles, cans, paper and cardboard | Free recycling bins, such as 200 Nealson Street in Hurlock |
| Tires, an appliance or a pickup load of bulky trash | County landfill, paid by the ton (call ahead for hours) |
| A full house, estate, garage or barn cleanout | A junk removal crew that does the lifting and hauling |
| An old shed, deck or fence that needs to come down | Light demolition plus hauling |
Hiring junk removal in Hurlock and Dorchester County
INSTA Junk Removal & Demolition serves Hurlock, East New Market, Federalsburg, Rhodesdale, Vienna, Secretary, Preston and Cambridge. We come out and give you a free estimate. Pricing is based on how much space your items take up in the truck, and the quote covers the labor, loading, hauling and disposal. We also do light demolition: sheds, decks, fences and interior tear-outs. Larger farm buildings are reviewed on site before we quote.
We don't take hazardous materials such as paint, chemicals, fuel or asbestos, and we don't rent dumpsters. We're open Monday–Saturday, 8 AM–5 PM, and closed Sunday.
Tips for a smooth DIY trip
- Get your permit sticker before your first trip with household trash.
- Remember that transfer stations are closed Sunday and Monday and close at 4 PM on open days.
- Recycle first. The bins are free and single-stream.
- Strap and cover your load before you pull out of the driveway.
- Have the refrigerant removed from fridges, freezers and AC units professionally, or expect the $20 surcharge. Call ahead to ask how to handle them.
More local guides
- Newland Park Landfill & Bulk Trash in Salisbury, MD: A 2026 Homeowner's Guide
- Sussex County, DE Transfer & Collection Stations: Where to Take Junk (Millsboro, Seaford, Georgetown)
Frequently asked questions
What are the Dorchester County transfer station hours?
Golden Hill, Secretary and Chesapeake Drive (Cambridge) are open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 4 PM. The Neck District site is open two days a week. Call the county landfill at 410-943-1700 to confirm, especially around holidays.
Do I need a permit to use the Dorchester County landfill or transfer stations?
Yes, for household trash. Dorchester County requires a residential permit sticker for bagged trash. It's $75 for October through December if you're under 62, and $48.75 if you're 62 or older. Recycling is free.
How much does it cost to dump bulk trash in Dorchester County?
The county's bulk trash tipping fee is $81 per ton, with a $10 minimum. Appliances that contain refrigerant carry a $20 surcharge.
Where is the landfill near Hurlock, MD?
The Dorchester County landfill is off Maryland Route 16, north of Hurlock. The county lists it as the Beulah Landfill, 6815 East New Market Ellwood Road, Hurlock, MD 21643. It accepts only waste generated in Dorchester County.
Does INSTA offer junk removal in Hurlock?
Yes. We do junk removal, cleanouts and light demolition in Hurlock and nearby Dorchester County towns. Call or text (443) 365-1942 for a free estimate. We're open Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
The featured image is an illustrated graphic, not a photo of an INSTA job. Local hours, fees and rules were checked against Dorchester County's official website on October 28, 2026, and can change, so confirm with the county before you go.
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