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Waste Facility
Prairie View RDF
Prairie View RDF, 29755 S. Prairie View Drive, Wilmington, 60481, Illinois
Prairie View RDF at 29755 S. Prairie View Drive is where Wilmington residents bring larger loads that don’t fit at the curb. It has the feel of a working yard-gravel driveway, heavy equipment, and a small entrance booth by the road.
There’s usually a brief stop at the entrance booth and a scale; facilities like this commonly charge by weight, so expect to pause before and after unloading. Pull up slowly into the yard where trucks and trailers line up and open piles or containers sit in the open. Recycling or salvage bins are typically off to the side, and loaders and dump trucks move around the site, so keep an eye on vehicle traffic. Weekends and spring cleanup see the longest waits, while weekday visits tend to move faster.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure tarps and tie down loose items before driving in-light debris can blow out and make unloading slower.
- Wear gloves and sturdy shoes; the surface is often gravel or muddy and many items need to be carried to the drop spot.
- Load heavy items toward the back of the truck or trailer so the vehicle stays balanced when driving onto a scale or through the yard.
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