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Alpena Resource Recovery Facility is the town's local disposal spot on M‑32, used by residents and small haulers from around Alpena. People bring everything from weekly trash to spring-cleanout loads; it looks like the kind of place where neighbors show up with pickups and trailers.
A modest, working site with a gated entrance and an obvious drive-in path for trucks and cars. There’s a booth at the entrance and a scale to cross, so plan to pull forward and pause before moving on. The yard has piles, roll-offs, and sorting areas visible from the drive; expect to stop a couple of times during the visit as you follow signs and attendants’ directions. Weekends and spring cleanup can stack vehicles, so the line can stretch out toward the road.
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Before You Go
- Load things so they’re quick to unload - loose items should be in bags or boxes to avoid extra handling.
- Bring tie‑downs or a tarp; wind and road bumps can shift loads on the way there.
- Try midweek or late afternoon to avoid the busiest weekend crowds.
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