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Small regional transfer station serving Union and nearby towns in Maine. Locals drop household and small commercial loads here so the trucked compactor can haul it on to a distant landfill. It’s the kind of place used when driving all the way to a landfill isn’t practical.
A modest lot with a single entrance and an attendant booth near the driveway; vehicles typically pull up to the booth before proceeding to the tipping area. Expect to see a large compactor or roll-off containers where loads are emptied and then moved out by transfer trucks. There’s usually a scale somewhere on site for weighing loads, so plan on stopping more than once if hauling heavy material. Winters can make the site icy or muddy, and lines get longer on weekends and during spring cleanup.
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Before You Go
- Secure tarps and tie down loose material before leaving home so nothing blows off on the road or while staged in line.
- Bring a truck or trailer setup that can be backed up easily-tight turns and low-clearance spots are common at smaller stations.
- Allow extra travel time in winter and on weekend mornings; space for waiting is limited and maneuvering slows down when it’s busy.
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