Solid Waste Facility

Cherokee County Solid Waste

1805 Linden St, Cherokee, IA 51012

(712) 225-3749

Small county solid waste site next to town, used by residents and local farmers for everyday trash, recycling, and yard cleanup. The setting is practical - a working lot rather than a polished drop-off center, and people bring everything from household bags to trailer loads.

Drive up Linden Street and pull into the entrance where there's usually a booth and a scale; be prepared to stop and check in and then drive out past the scale again. Dumping areas and recycling bins are on a gravel lot with clear piles or containers for different materials, so follow the flow of traffic and the signs. Trucks and pickups with trailers are common, and weekends or spring cleanup days tend to get busy. The site looks industrial-metal buildings, concrete pads, and piles-so wear sturdy shoes and be ready for dust or mud depending on weather.

Facility Information

Type Solid Waste Facility
City Cherokee
State Iowa

Before You Go

  • Cover loose loads with a tarp or tie them down so things don’t blow out on the gravel ramp or road.
  • Load recyclables or bulky items into separate vehicles or sections before getting to the booth to speed up drop-off.
  • Expect longer waits on weekend mornings and during spring farm-cleanup season; plan to go midweek if possible.