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Star Ridge Landfill is Moody’s main dump for burying municipal and commercial trash; locals, contractors, and haulers use it when loads can’t be taken to a convenience center. The site handles large volumes-this is a working landfill, not a small drop-off spot.
Drive to the entrance booth and be prepared to stop; there's a scale that determines tipping fees so vehicles usually stop twice - in and out. The footprint is big with open cells and rolling dirt piles, so expect heavy equipment moving around and a rough, dusty yard. Commercial loads are accepted here, and fees are structured around weight or load size rather than per-item. Lines build up most on weekends and during seasonal cleanups, so plan for a wait at busy times.
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Before You Go
- Secure tarps and straps-loose debris gets messy and often means extra handling or slowdowns at the gate.
- Try to come midweek or early morning to avoid the longer weekend lines that form during spring and fall cleanups.
- Have business or load paperwork accessible if hauling commercial material; it speeds the check-in and weighing process.
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