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A working landfill on the edge of Hutchinson where household and business trash ends up. Locals and contractors both use this place for final disposal, so expect mixed traffic and large trucks. The site handles typical landfill operations rather than recycling drop-off features.
Pull up to an entrance booth and drive over a scale - charges are by weight, so there’s usually a stop both coming in and going out. The site is large with visible rows of compacted fill and heavy equipment moving around; wear boots if stepping out of the vehicle. Trucks and trailers are common, and tipping fees are applied based on scale weight; commercial loads are accepted alongside residential ones. Winter can change how things run in Minnesota, so be ready for cold conditions and less staff activity during severe weather.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with tarps and straps so debris doesn’t blow out while driving or during unloading.
- Bring a simple plan for unloading: heavy items first, then lighter trash, to cut down on time at the drop point.
- Try to come midweek or early morning to avoid the weekend spring-cleanup rush and long lines of trucks.
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