Charlotte Transfer Station

Charlotte Transfer Station in Placida is the local transfer spot where household and yard loads get compacted and hauled off to a landfill elsewhere. Neighbors dropping off stuff from small pickup loads to trailer loads use it when hauling straight to a distant landfill isn't worth the trip. The site sees steady traffic year-round, and big piles can show up after storms or seasonal cleanups.

Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop; most transfer stations have a scale nearby and fees are commonly based on weight. There’s a compacting area where trucks push material into containers, and separate piles for green or yard material are often off to the side. Recycling or drop-off bins tend to sit just past the booth or along the outer edge of the transfer area. Weekends and the days after hurricanes or large neighborhood cleanups bring longer lines, so plan for a wait.