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Convenience Center
M.L. King Convenience Center
1924 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 226-6325M.L. King Convenience Center in Dalton is a neighborhood-sized drop-off spot for residential trash and recyclables. Locals use it for quick runs when the curb-side pickup doesn't cover everything.
The site is compact-think a few concrete bays and separate containers rather than a big transfer station. There’s a small entrance booth and pull-up lanes where vehicles pause before heading to the drop-off area. Recycling and yard waste containers are typically grouped to one side while general trash bays sit on the other. Expect a no-frills, practical layout: drive in, stop by the booth area, then back up to the appropriate container.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps for loose loads; wind can scatter leaves or light debris while backing up.
- If hauling a trailer, allow extra room for turning-these centers are tighter than commercial transfer stations.
- Put recyclables in separate bags or boxes and have them sorted before getting to the bay to speed things along.
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