Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →Small, local disposal site used by Watervliet residents and nearby rural drivers for getting rid of household and yard junk. The place looks like a working yard more than a polished transfer station, and locals swing by with pickups, trailers, and the occasional small truck. It’s the kind of spot neighbors recommend when clearing out a garage or doing a one-day cleanout.
There’s an entrance booth and a pull-up area where vehicles line up to check in; plan to stop before driving into the main yard. A scale is commonly found at sites like this, so expect to pass it on your way in and again on the way out. The lot has open tipping areas, piles and containers, and a mix of compactors and roll-off trailers in view. Weekends, especially spring cleanup weekend, often have the longest lines and some extra waiting.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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