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Small-ish recycling center on the east side of Yuma that locals bring household recyclables and light loads from yard cleanups. Neighbors, landscapers and people clearing out garages stop by; it's the kind of place that's more practical than pretty. The desert setting shows - dusty lot and open-air sorting areas rather than a polished facility.
Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop; there's typically a scale you cross so loads get weighed. Pull straight in and the main recycling bins and drop-off points are off to the right a short way past the booth. Expect a gravel or paved lot with piles or containers for metal, cardboard, glass and mixed recyclables, and trucks moving around at times. Weekends and spring-cleanup periods often slow things down, so lines can form.
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Before You Go
- Break down boxes and flatten large items so they fit in the designated containers and save everyone time at the drop-off.
- Bring gloves and a tarp for loose material - the desert wind can make lightweight stuff blow if left uncovered in the truck bed.
- If there’s a queue at the entrance, have materials sorted by type before reaching the booth to speed up unloading when it’s your turn.
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