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This is the Bath Public Works Department drop-off for locals who live in and around Bath. Neighbors bring household trash and recycling here rather than using city curbside pickup. It feels like a small-town municipal spot - practical, plain, and busy at certain times.
Drive up to a small entrance booth where attendants typically check vehicles and direct traffic; expect to pause there before proceeding onto the site. The property is a compact transfer station setup with piles, containers, and a few lanes for cars and trucks to pull up and unload. Weather matters - mud and snow can make lanes tighter in winter, so vehicles move slower than on a dry day. Weekends and spring cleanup see the longest lines, so there can be short wait times before getting to the drop-off points.
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Before You Go
- Bring loads already sorted the way the town asks for - it saves time at the booth and when unloading.
- Use a vehicle that can back up or a small trailer; some drop spots require lining up and reversing to unload.
- Dress for the weather and wear sturdy gloves - the ground can be slippery or muddy, and dumping sometimes involves handling bulky items.
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