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Atchison County Solid Waste is the county's general solid waste facility at 8976 Neosho Rd in Atchison. Locals bring household trash, recyclables and yard debris here, though exact services and fees depend on county rules. It’s a working county site - practical and a bit rough around the edges, not a retail-style recycling center.
Expect a fenced lot with a small entrance booth and a driveway scale; most people pull up to the booth first and then move through the drive to the drop-off spots. The ground is mostly gravel and there are open containers or piles for different types of material, so bring boots if planning to sort. Loads are handled by weight at many county sites, so be ready for a stop on the scale. Lines build up on weekends and during spring cleanup months, so plan for some wait time then.
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Before You Go
- Sort recyclables and trash at home so unloading goes quickly - saves time standing in line.
- Cover loose loads with a tarp before leaving the road; wind scatters leaves and light debris fast.
- Try to come early on a weekday or first thing in the morning to avoid the weekend rush.
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