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A small-town disposal site used by Paris residents and local haulers. Walk-in landscapers and folks clearing out garages use it most, not the big commercial trucks from the Chicago area.
Drive up to a single entrance where there's usually a booth and a scale, so expect to stop to be weighed before and after dumping. The lot is an open, working area with piles of material, roll-off containers and concrete or gravel pads rather than a landscaped facility. Pull up slowly and follow the flow of traffic-trucks and pickups share the same lanes. Weekends and spring cleanup days can get backed up, so lines and wait times are common then.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with straps or a tarp; loose debris can blow out on the road and makes unloading slower.
- Try to come on a weekday morning to avoid the weekend rush and long lines.
- Bring proof of residency or vehicle registration in case it's needed to verify local drop-off.
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