Rubble Site

The Dell Rapids Rubble Site is licensed by the State of South Dakota. It is a restricted use site and is only available to individuals who reside within the City of Dell Rapids.

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00PM - 6:00PM
Saturdays 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Open Seasonally

FEES:
Appliances - $10
Car load - Yard Waste $5
Car load - Other Material $10
Pickup load or 2 wheel trailer - Yard Waste $10
Pickup load or 2 wheel trailer - Other Material $15
4 Wheel Trailers - Yard Waste and Other Materials $20
Single Axle Truck - Yard Waste and Other Materials $25
Double Axle Truck - Yard Waste and Other Materials $55
Semi Dump Trailer - Yard Waste and Other Materials $110

Accepted Items: trees, branches, grass, yard and garden waste, leaves, untreated wood, construction and demolition debris, sheet rock, plaster, concrete, carpet, furniture, mattresses, and large household appliances. 

Unaccepted Items: household waste, paper, cardboard, plastic (of any kind), small electric appliances (TVs, stereo equipment, microwaves), toys, and bikes with tires, shingles, asbestos, tires, hazardous materials, fiberglass and insulation.

Tree Rebate Program


After removing ash tree threatened by the Emerald Ash Borer, the City of Dell Rapids wishes to encourage the replanting of a diversity of tree species. The Tree Rebate Program offers $100 rebates to encourage property owners to plant a diversity of tree species on private properties and boulevards within city limits.

Who is eligible?
Any Dell Rapids property owner that plants a tree meeting the program requirements. Each property owner may apply for a maximum of 2 trees per property.

Which tree species qualify? 
Trees planted on private property are not governed by the City. The following species have been approved for planting in a Boulevard; Ironwood, Northern Catalpa, American Yellowwood, Black Locust, Kentucky Coffeetree, Thornless Honeylocust, Burr Oak, Heritage Oak, Northern Pin Oak, Northern Red Oak, Swamp White Oak, Ginkgo, Ohio Buckeye, Black Walnut, Shagbark Hickory, Black Cherry, Amur Corktree, American Linden, Little Leaf Linden, Silver Linden, Common Hackberry, Elm Hybrids, Japanese Elm, Wilson Elm. 

All trees must be:
1 inch or more in diameter, measured 6" above the ground
2 1/2 feet from a curb
10 feet or more from a fire hydrant
5 feet or more from a driveway
5 feet from underground utility lines
15 feet or more from a streetlight
20 feet or more from a stop/yield sign
30 feet or more from the corner if planted on a corner lot
No trees under power lines
Planted within the City limits of Dell Rapids

On Private Property:
To give your new tree enough room for healthy growth and to avoid interference with utilities and structures, be sure to plant it: At least 3 feet from underground utilities - At least 10 feet from overhead utilities and trunks of other large trees - At least 15 feet from structures.

Can You Do This Project Yourself? 
Yes. A property owner may plant it yourself. As a reminder call 811 BEFORE YOU DIG to mark out utility lines. You may also hire the planting. Either way, a receipt will qualify you for a $100 rebate, if you meet the program requirements.