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Newton Sanitary Landfill is the municipal landfill out on IA-14 that handles household and commercial loads for the Newton area. Locals, farmers and small haulers use it when trash, construction debris or farm cleanups need to be buried rather than hauled off elsewhere.
You’ll cross a scale on the way in - tipping fees are charged by weight, with different rates commonly applied to residential versus commercial loads. Pull up to the entrance booth first, then follow staff directions to the active dumping face or staged drop-off area. The site is large and visibly staged with mounded cells and heavy equipment; expect unpaved surfaces and some dust on dry days. Weekends and springtime are noticeably busier, so there can be lines for the scale or the dump area.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with a tarp before driving on to prevent loose debris from blowing on the highway and to avoid extra hassle when dumping.
- Drive slowly once inside - heavy equipment and uneven ground are common, and backing up to the tipping face can take time.
- If hauling commercial-sized loads, allow extra time for weighing and paperwork since commercial rates and processing usually take longer than a quick residential drop-off.
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