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A county landfill on the edge of Spirit Lake where farmers and households drop off the stuff that needs burying. Short drives from town and from nearby farms make it a regular stop for yard debris, construction clean-up and other bulk loads. Expect a working, no-frills place rather than anything fancy.
There’s usually a scale you’ll drive over so weight-based tipping fees apply, meaning trucks often stop twice - once in and once out. A small intake booth or office sits near the entrance where attendants direct traffic, and the working face and cover areas are visible from the road. Plenty of room to maneuver heavy rigs and trailers; bring something to secure loose loads because wind can be an issue. Lines pick up on weekends and in spring, so the drive time can be longer than expected.
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Before You Go
- Have loads tarped or tied down so trash doesn’t blow off while waiting or driving through the site.
- Plan to pull onto the scale and then park briefly while paperwork is handled before heading to the dumping area and returning over the scale to finish.
- Avoid peak times like Saturday mornings and spring-cleanup season if a quicker trip is needed.
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