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Brownlee Landfill on Henry Road is where locals and haulers bring trash to be buried; both pickup loads and commercial trucks use it. Located just off Henry Rd in Eight Mile/Prichard, it’s a working landfill that handles regular household drops alongside larger commercial loads.
There’s a scale and an entrance booth near the road, so vehicles get weighed and tipping fees are charged by weight - expect to stop on the way in and again on the way out. The site is big, with large dirt mounds and open tipping faces, and truck traffic is constant, so drive carefully. Surfaces can be dusty in dry weather and turn muddy after rain. Commercial roll-offs and semis are common, so smaller trucks should give them space and watch for backing vehicles.
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Before You Go
- Secure and cover loose loads before coming; debris blowing off during the drive or at the site creates delays and extra cleanup.
- Bring gloves, a shovel or ratchet straps to speed unloading and keep things tidy - it makes the stop quicker for everyone.
- Avoid weekend mornings and peak spring cleanup times if possible, since lines and wait times tend to build up then.
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