The Ellinwood Compost Site is located at the Ellinwood airport, 1/2 more north of the intersection of Park and 7th Street. Citizens should use the first entrance south of the airport entrance. The compost site is open seven days a week, 7 a.m. to dark. In the event of rain or inclement weather the compost site will not be open.
Acceptable Yard Waste:
· Grass
· Leaves
· Garden Waste
· Tree Limbs (Trunks up to 24″ in diameter and no longer than 5 feet)
· Shrubs and Yard Waste
Non Acceptable Items:
· Garbage
· Household waste
· Tires
· Asphalt shingles
· Building materials
· Paper products
· Lumber
A waste container is available onsite to dispose of plastic bags.
For further information or assistance call (620) 564-3451 or the City of Ellinwood office at (620) 564-3161.
If you see anyone in violation of the rules of operation, please notify the city office at the number listed above.