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Northern Illinois Disposal is the local disposal site in Rochelle used by residents and small haulers in the area. It handles everyday community trash and larger household loads rather than industrial volumes.
The approach has an entrance booth and a scale, so plan on slowing down to stop and be weighed. Vehicles typically pull up, check in at the booth, then proceed to the tipping area; the grounds are mostly gravel and open, not landscaped. Recycling or drop-off bins sit off to one side rather than inside a building, and weekend traffic can stack up, especially during seasonal cleanups.
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Before You Go
- Bring straps or a tarp for loose items so nothing blows off during the drive or while waiting in line.
- Have ID and vehicle paperwork handy at the booth since showing proof is commonly requested at local disposal sites.
- Try to go midweek or early in the morning to avoid the longer waits that happen on weekends and during spring cleanup season.
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