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A local transfer station where neighborhood trash gets dropped off, compacted, and then loaded onto larger trucks to go to a regional landfill. Residents and small haulers use it when a long drive to a landfill isn’t practical, and it sits on Wabash Avenue near other industrial sites.
There’s usually an entrance booth or gate to slow traffic as vehicles pull in; have the load accessible and be ready to move forward when it’s your turn. The yard is mostly concrete and pavement with large containers and compacting equipment visible; it can be dusty and noisy, especially on busy days. Vehicles typically pull up to a tipping area or container to unload before the material is compacted and hauled away. Lines form on weekends and during seasonal cleanups, so plan for extra time if arriving then.
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Before You Go
- Secure loose items and tarps so nothing blows out during the short trip through the yard.
- Sort materials in the vehicle beforehand so unloading goes faster and others aren’t held up.
- Wear sturdy shoes and expect dust and heavy equipment nearby; keep a safe distance from active machines.
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