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A no-frills transfer station where local trash and recycling get compacted and hauled out to a regional landfill. Locals, contractors with small loads, and folks doing seasonal cleanups use this place when driving all the way to a distant landfill isn't worth it.
Drive in and look for a small entrance area with a booth or gate and a clear path to the drop-off bays; traffic moves in a few lanes so follow the signs and other vehicles. Loads are typically compacted here and then loaded onto larger trucks for transport elsewhere, so the site has heavy equipment rumbling around and a lot of truck traffic. There are usually separate spots or containers for different types of material, so being organized when pulling up saves time. Weekends and spring cleanup times tend to be busy, with a line of vehicles waiting to get through.
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Before You Go
- Sort materials at home into piles (metal, bulky items, mixed trash, recyclables) so unloading at the station goes faster.
- Bring basic tools, straps or a tarp and someone to help with heavy or awkward items; getting furniture or appliances up onto a drop-off area can take a bit of maneuvering.
- Avoid peak times if possible-weekends and spring cleanup days often have the longest lines and the slowest throughput.
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