# Can you put pressure-treated wood and railroad ties in a…

> Usually, with conditions. Pressure-treated lumber from a deck is normally accepted as C&D. Creosote-soaked railroad ties are a separate problem that many…

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-17

# Can you put pressure-treated wood and railroad ties in a dumpster?

Direct answer
**Usually, with conditions.** Pressure-treated lumber from a deck is normally accepted as C&D. Creosote-soaked railroad ties are a separate problem that many haulers refuse and some states regulate, so ask specifically rather than lumping them in as "wood". Confirm with your hauler before you load it, because a rejected load is billed to whoever rented the container.

**General status**: Usually, with conditions

**Rule type**: Varies by state

**Category**: Construction debris

## Check your local rules

Permit rules and disposal bans are set by state and city and change frequently. This page reflects the sources listed as of the review date. Verify with the department named before you order.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-17

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## Sources
- Primary source Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) — US Environmental Protection Agency · last reviewed 2026-08-17

Reviewed by [R. Tiwari](https://dumptergod.shop/authors/r-tiwari/) Last reviewed: 2026-08-17