What Are the Dimensions of a 10 Yard Dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster runs roughly 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and about 3.5 feet tall. That low wall height makes it easy to toss debris over the side by hand, which is why homeowners in Gresham like it for garage cleanouts and small deck teardowns. Ten yard dumpster measurements matter most when you're working a tight driveway or a narrow side lot, since this is the smallest footprint we haul. If you're clearing a single room or doing a bathroom gut job, check our 10 yard dumpster rental page for what typically fills one. Keep in mind every roll-off delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck to set the container down safely, so measure your driveway or street frontage before you book. For general debris rules, our what cannot go in a dumpster guide covers the items that get containers rejected at the transfer station.
What Are 20 Yard Dumpster Measurements?
The 20 yard dumpster size is close to 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and about 4.5 feet tall, making it the size we deliver most often across Gresham. Dumpster dimensions on the 20 yard land in the middle of the lineup on purpose. It holds roughly double the volume of the 10 yard box but still fits most standard driveways, which is why it works for roof tear-offs, flooring jobs, and mid-size remodels. If you're not sure this is the right call, our 20 yard dumpster rental page breaks down what a typical load looks like by project type. Weight matters as much as volume with denser debris like shingles or tile, so before you fill it past the fill line, take a look at dumpster weight limits to avoid overage charges. Anyone comparing dumpster sizes 20 yard against the smaller or larger options should also check dumpster rental cost since price scales with both size and weight, not size alone.
What Is the 30 Yard Dumpster Size?
A 30 yard dumpster measures around 22 feet long, 8 feet wide and stands about 6 feet tall, same footprint as the 20 yard but with taller walls to hold more volume. The 30 yard dumpster size is built for whole-house cleanouts, new construction debris, and commercial demolition where the extra height matters more than the length. It's a step up in both hauling capacity and delivery planning, since a taller box needs a flatter, more stable spot to sit level. Contractors running framing or siding jobs across Gresham often pair a 30 yard with our construction dumpster rental service for ongoing pickups rather than a one-time haul. If your job runs bigger still, tear-outs on commercial buildings or multi-unit demolition, the 40 yard dumpster rental is the next size up and worth pricing against the 30 before you commit.
How Do I Pick the Right Dumpster Size?
Start with the job type, not the yard count. A kitchen remodel and a full basement gut can look similar on paper but produce very different volumes of debris, and getting it wrong means a second delivery fee. Our dumpster sizes and dimensions breakdown above is the starting point, but the how many porta potties do I need logic applies here too: guess low and you pay for it twice. If your project also needs sanitation on-site, bundling a dumpster with a portable toilet rental or a standard porta potty rental is common for longer builds around Gresham. Below is a size comparison to help you eyeball it against your project.
| Size | Length | Width | Height | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | 12 ft | 8 ft | 3.5 ft | Garage cleanouts, small demo |
| 20 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 4.5 ft | Remodels, roof tear-offs |
| 30 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 6 ft | Whole-house cleanouts, new builds |
| 40 yard | 22 ft | 8 ft | 8 ft | Commercial demo, large teardowns |
Where Can I Place a Dumpster in Gresham?
Placement depends on whether the container sits on private property or extends into the street or right-of-way, and that second case needs confirming with the city before delivery day. We don't have Gresham's specific placement ordinance in front of us here, so check with the city's permitting office directly rather than guessing based on another town's rule. Our dumpster permit requirements page walks through what to ask when you call. Practically, we need that 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for any roll-off delivery, whether you're in central Gresham or out toward Troutdale, 4.7 miles northeast, or Happy Valley, 8.1 miles southwest. Driveways with overhead wires, low tree limbs or tight turns should be flagged when you book so we bring the right truck. If your project sits closer to Milwaukie, 12.4 miles southwest, delivery timing may shift slightly with drive time, so mention your address up front when you request a quote.
Frequently asked questions
How much debris fits in a 10 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard dumpster holds about the volume of a single-car garage cleanout or a small deck removal. It's the shortest wall height in the lineup at roughly 3.5 feet, which makes hand-loading easier. Most homeowners tackling one or two rooms in Gresham land in this size.
Is a 20 yard or 30 yard dumpster better for a kitchen remodel?
Most kitchen remodels fit a 20 yard dumpster, especially if cabinets, flooring and drywall are the bulk of the debris. If you're also tearing out a bathroom or doing structural work at the same time, size up to the 30 yard to avoid a second pickup mid-project.
Do dumpster dimensions affect what I can throw away?
Dimensions set the volume limit, but weight limits are separate and often hit first with heavy debris like concrete, dirt or shingles. Check dumpster weight limits before loading dense material, since overage fees can add up fast regardless of how much open space is left in the box.
How much clearance does a dumpster delivery truck need?
Every roll-off delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck to place the container safely. Narrow alleys, sharp driveway turns or overhead obstructions should be mentioned when you book so we can plan the approach or suggest a different placement spot.
Can I rent a dumpster and a porta potty together for one project?
Yes, and it's common on renovation and construction jobs across Gresham where a crew needs both debris hauling and on-site sanitation. Bundling a roll-off dumpster rental with a portable restroom rental on one delivery schedule is easy to set up through Gresham Porta Pros.
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