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Small, no-frills dump used by Stamford residents for getting rid of household junk and construction debris. Vehicles roll in from the neighborhood and from nearby towns that allow access. Because Connecticut ships garbage out of state, expect a working, industrial feel rather than a grassy landfill.
There’s an entrance booth where folks stop before pulling onto the concrete bays; a scale is usually nearby so vehicles may be weighed in and out. Trucks and pickups line up to tip into open bays or containers, while smaller loads are carried to a loading area. The site is gritty - dust, loose gravel and piles of material - and recycling containers are often set off to one side of the main drop zones. Weekends can get busy, so there’s sometimes a short wait to get to a bay.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with a tarp and straps - loose trash and dust fly around when the truck bed is tipped.
- Have any town transfer-station permit or ID ready if the municipality requires one for access.
- Bring someone to help lift heavy or awkward items; spotting a free bay can be quicker with an extra pair of hands.
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