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A working landfill on the west side of Portland used by locals and haulers when curbside or county drop-offs won’t do. It’s the kind of place where both household piles and bigger contractor trucks end up; think final destination for trash rather than a recycling drop-off.
Drive up to a staffed entrance/scale area where vehicles are weighed and tipping fees are assessed by weight. Pull forward to the working face or directed drop-off area after checking in at the booth; there’s a clear flow from scale to disposal point and back over the scale to record the outbound weight. The site is large and mostly earth and compacted trash with equipment moving around, so give heavy vehicles plenty of room. Weekends and spring cleanup times tend to be busier with lines and slower traffic through the chute.
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Before You Go
- Load trucks or trailers so material can be dumped quickly - loose, accessible piles save time and keep the line moving.
- Have everything separated before pulling up to the booth so the attendant can give directions without delays.
- Expect to be directed where to dump and to wait for compactors or equipment to clear the area; keep a safe distance from heavy machinery and follow any posted traffic flow.
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