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Waste Facility
Kenton County Public Works
420 Independence Station Rd, Independence, KY 41051
(859) 392-1920Kenton County Public Works in Independence is the local spot people use to drop off household and yard refuse. Neighbors from around Kenton County and surrounding parts of Independence bring pickup loads and trailers here for disposal.
A small entrance booth greets vehicles and there’s a scale on site, so expect to stop and be weighed on the way out. The site is big enough for trucks and trailers, with piles and roll-off areas around a central drive; it looks like a working county yard rather than a polished commercial transfer station. Traffic backs up on weekends and during spring cleanup, so lines and slow moving vehicles are common then. Bring something to cover loose material and be ready to stay in your vehicle while others maneuver around.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps to secure loose items - windy days will scatter debris in a hurry.
- Aim for weekday mornings to avoid long weekend lines, especially during yard-cleaning season.
- Have proof of local residency handy in case it’s checked at the booth, and load the truck so the heaviest stuff can come off first.
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