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A working landfill out on Schumaker Road that people from Bennett and nearby areas use when they need to get rid of big household junk, construction debris, or commercial loads. It’s the place stuff ends up being buried, and regular homeowners and haulers both show up here.
Drive up the access road and there’s a small entrance booth and a concrete scale you’ll use in and out - landfills generally charge tipping fees based on weight or volume, so plan for that. The site is large, with packed dirt roads and staged areas where trucks queue; commercial trucks use the main lanes while smaller vehicles pull into side bays. Recycling collection or drop-off spots are usually off to one side, and expect dust in dry months and mud when it rains.
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Before You Go
- Cover loads with a tarp or secure loose material to avoid littering while driving; loose debris often gets shaken out on the approach.
- Have a plan for unloading - some pits require backing into a drop area while others have a drive-up bay - and leave enough clearance for trucks around you.
- Avoid peak weekend mornings and spring-cleanup weekends if possible; lines and wait times can get long, especially when multiple large haulers show up.
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