Henning Transfer Station

Small-town transfer station in Henning used mostly by local residents dropping off household trash and small loads. Trucks compact the material here before it gets hauled out to a landfill, so it’s a quicker option than a long drive to a distant dump. Expect a no-frills place that sees most of its traffic on weekends and during seasonal cleanups.

Drive up to a single entrance with an attendant booth near the approach; there’s usually a scale nearby so vehicles may be weighed coming and going. Pull up to the booth to announce the load, then follow signs or staff direction to the appropriate drop area where compactors or open bays are located. The site is mostly gravel and pavement with piles or containers along the edge; in Minnesota winters many stations have sheltered or indoor drop-off spots for cold weather. Lines form during spring and after holidays, so there can be a bit of waiting and backing into bays with trailers or pickups.