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Bell County Solid Waste in Middlesboro is the local spot for clearing out household trash, yard clippings, and the usual recyclables that county facilities handle. Neighbors and small haulers use it, especially anyone coming from town or the nearby hollers who need a place to drop mixed loads.
The drive up to 900 N 15th St is straightforward; look for a fenced compound and a small entrance area with a booth and a scale where vehicles stop. Recycling bins and yard waste piles are typically grouped inside the site, with larger roll-off areas and open tipping spaces farther back. Weekends and spring cleanup days can get backed up, so lines at the booth and waiting to unload are common.
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Before You Go
- Bring the load sorted as much as possible: put recyclables separate from loose brush to speed unloading and avoid extra trips around the site.
- Have any paperwork or ID ready before pulling up to the booth so the stop at the entrance moves quicker.
- Expect uneven ground in some spots and room for only one truck to back up at a time; plan vehicle positioning so backing is minimized.
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