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A small local collection station just off Fork Branch Road that people from Dover and nearby Cheswold use to drop off household refuse and recyclables. The place handles everyday community disposal needs, so expect a modest, no-frills setup rather than a large transfer station.
The site looks like a compact outdoor lot with several large containers and lanes to pull up next to them. There is usually an entrance point where vehicles queue before moving to the drop-off areas; many users stop briefly to sort loads before getting out. Concrete pads and ramps make it easier to tip bags or small items into the containers, and recycling bins are commonly positioned a short walk from the main drop-off lanes. Weekends and spring-cleanup times tend to be the busiest.
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Before You Go
- Bring gloves and a tarp for loose debris so loading and unloading goes faster and cleaner.
- Have your vehicle or trailer arranged so heavy items can be carried a short distance rather than dragged; a hand truck or a second person helps.
- Avoid weekend mid-mornings if possible-arrive later in the day or on a weekday to skip the longer lines.
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