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Small local disposal site used by residents and landscapers in Monterey. It’s the kind of place people bring household junk and yard debris when curbside pickup won’t do. Expect a working, no-frills facility geared to everyday community loads.
Pull into a single entrance with an attendant booth near the drive; many California disposal sites have a scale, so be prepared to stop twice if that’s the case here. There will be piles and bays for different types of material, and because California requires diversion, separation of recyclables and organics is commonly requested. Traffic can back up on weekends and during spring cleanup, so lines are normal then. The site looks industrial-large concrete areas, landscaping debris piles, and roll-off containers rather than a tidy retail setup.
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Before You Go
- Sort materials in the truck beforehand: mixed loads take longer to unload and many places expect separation of recyclables and organics.
- Drive slowly into the site and follow attendants’ directions; larger trucks need more turning room and spots can be tight.
- Wear boots and gloves-surfaces are often dirty and loose debris is common; expect to hop out and toss items rather than hand them over.
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