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Solid Waste Facility
Garrett County Government Solid Waste
3118 Oakland Sang Run Rd, Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-0322A county-run solid waste facility in the Oakland area that handles general household trash, yard debris and some recyclables. Locals and residents from around Garrett County bring everything from bagged household garbage to pickup-truck loads of brush.
Drive in on Oakland Sang Run Road and you'll see an entrance booth and a vehicle scale-plan on stopping at both. The site is open-air with piles and large containers; slow-moving trucks and compacting equipment are common sights. There are separate places for recycling and yard waste a short drive from the booth, so be ready to move between spots. Weekends and spring cleanup times tend to be noticeably busier, with cars and trucks lining up at the scale.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Have proof of residency or a county ID handy since county facilities often check that for residents.
- Sort loads before getting there: keep recyclables, brush, and household trash separated to save time at the drop-off points.
- Bring tarps and tie-downs for loose loads and be prepared to back up to containers or ramps depending on the vehicle type.
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