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Small county landfill out on N Avenue that handles household trash, farm cleanups and commercial hauls for the area around Clarinda. Locals, farmers and small businesses drop off loads here-it's the place everything ends up when pickup or burn isn't an option. The site feels like a working yard rather than a tidy transfer station.
Drive up to a small entrance booth and be ready to pull up onto a scale; tipping fees are typically charged by weight so there’s a second stop after unloading. The yard is open, with bermed cells and equipment visible-bring a trailer that can handle dirt and uneven ground. Recycling or drop-off bins, if present, are usually near the entrance road; heavy commercial trucks have space to maneuver but expect dust and mud in wet weather. Weekends and spring cleanup days get busy, so lines and a bit of waiting are common.
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Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps for loose loads-windy days will scatter light material before getting to the pit.
- Have the load staged so unloading is quick; crews move faster if drivers can pull up, dump, and leave without a lot of back-and-forth.
- Expect rough ground-pick a vehicle with decent clearance and secure anything that could shift while driving on the site.
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