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Vass Transfer Station on Lombard Dam Road in Vassalboro is the local place to drop off household trash and recyclables when a long trip to a landfill isn’t worth it. Neighbors swing by with carloads, pickup loads, and the odd bulky item; it’s a working yard rather than a tidy public park.
There’s an entrance booth and a scale, so expect to stop at least twice if vehicles are weighed. The site has compacting equipment and roll-off trucks where loads get transferred and hauled away. Pull up to the booth in single file and wait your turn to approach the drop-off area; lanes can get tight during busy times. It looks like a practical industrial yard-piles, containers, and heavy equipment-so drive slowly and keep an eye out for trucks moving around.
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Before You Go
- Sort recyclables and trash at home so unloading is quick; having items separated and easy to reach speeds things up.
- Consolidate heavy pieces into one trip when possible-transfer stations often weigh loads, so fewer heavy entries can save time.
- Expect lines on weekends and during spring cleanup; bring gloves and something to cover or secure loose items in the back of a truck.
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