Solid Waste Facility

Gem County Solid Waste Department

3495 Jackass Gulch Rd, Emmett, ID 83617

(208) 365-2604
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Gem County Solid Waste Department in Emmett is the local spot for household trash, recycling and yard debris for folks in and around town. Neighbors, landscapers and people doing spring cleanups all use this site; it feels like a small county operation rather than a big city transfer station.

Drive to 3495 Jackass Gulch Rd and pull up to the entry area where there's usually a booth and places to unload. The site is compact with piles or containers visible from the entrance and a scale or weigh station nearby at many similar facilities, so expect to stop twice if weighing is required. Recycling bins are commonly set off to one side while trash and yard material have separate drop spots; traffic can back up on weekends and during seasonal cleanups. Surfaces are gravel or packed dirt, and larger trucks and trailers share the same lanes, so watch for turning vehicles.

Facility Information

Type Solid Waste Facility
City Emmett
State Idaho
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Before You Go

  • Tie down or cover loose loads to keep material from blowing around while driving in and waiting.
  • Bring helpers for heavy items; these sites are practical but often require lifting into bins or trailers.
  • Plan for lines on weekends and in spring-arrive early or later in the afternoon to avoid the busiest times.

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