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Small county transfer station in Belle Glade where residents and local haulers drop off household and yard-type loads. Trucks compact what’s brought in and then haul it off to a landfill elsewhere, so it’s often quicker than driving to a distant dump.
Pull up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop at a scale - most transfer stations charge by weight, so there’s usually a stop on the way in or out. The site feels industrial: big concrete pads, compactors, and large roll-off trucks coming and going. Look for separate piles or lanes for green/yard material since Florida facilities commonly handle yard waste and storm debris in different spots. Lines build up on weekends and after storms, so vehicles can be queued along the entrance road at busy times.
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Before You Go
- Plan extra time if it’s a weekend or right after a storm; backups are common.
- Keep yard waste separate from mixed trash when possible - many Florida stations have separate areas for green material.
- Secure tarps and loose items so debris doesn’t blow out while parked or driving through the site.
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