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Detroit Transfer is a transfer station in the city of Detroit that people use when hauling household junk, construction debris, or yard waste that’s easier to drop off than driving out to a distant landfill. Located near Harper Street, it’s the kind of place local drivers and small haulers stop at when they want to get rid of a load quickly without a long trip.
Drive up to an entrance booth where attendants check vehicles and direct traffic; there’s usually a scale you cross coming in or going out so charges are based on weight. The site is mostly concrete and heavy equipment - long rows of compacted piles and a couple of large loading bays, with recycling containers set off to the side at some facilities. Expect trucks and trailers maneuvering in tight spaces, so give big vehicles room to turn and watch for dust in dry weather. Weekends and spring cleanup periods often bring lines, so be prepared for a short wait if it’s busy.
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Before You Go
- Bring straps or a tarp to secure loose loads; wind and passing trucks can scatter light debris if it’s not covered.
- Pull into the lane the attendant points to and stay in your vehicle until directed to unload to keep traffic moving and avoid getting in the way of loaders.
- Sort bulky items in advance where possible - it speeds unloading and stacking, and makes it easier to follow the attendant’s directions once at the drop-off area.
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