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Blackford County Landfill is the county landfill serving Hartford City and surrounding areas, where municipal and larger loads are buried. Locals and small haulers use it when convenience centers won't take bulk or mixed loads, and it functions as the final stop for waste that needs disposal.
There’s a scalehouse set up for weighing trucks, so expect to pull up and be directed to a scale before and after dumping-landfills commonly charge by weight or by vehicle type. The site is large and mostly open, with compacted fill areas and equipment operating in the working face; dress for dust and uneven ground. Traffic can bunch up on weekends or during fall and spring cleanups, with trucks and trailers lining the access road at busy times. Recycling or drop-off bins, if present, are usually located near the entrance area, separate from the tipping zones.
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Before You Go
- Bring a tarp and straps for loose loads; wind and movement on the approach road can scatter debris.
- Trim any overhanging branches on trailers and secure small items so they don’t fall out when driving through the site.
- Plan for possible wait time-arrive early in the day on busy weekends to avoid long lines and heavy equipment activity.
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