Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →Small county landfill off Mine Loop Road in Attapulgus, where household and larger loads end up buried. Locals and contractors bring construction debris and regular trash here; it's the kind of place used when curbside or transfer options won't do.
A gatehouse/office sits near the entrance with a couple of lanes for trucks to pull up and check in. There’s a scale, so vehicles get weighed coming in and again on the way out - tipping fees are based on weight, with residential minimums and higher charges for bigger or commercial loads. The site is mostly open dirt and compacted cells, with equipment and berms visible; routes for dumping lead to specific areas of the working face. Weekends and spring cleanup times tend to be busier, so expect a short wait if several trucks are ahead of you.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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