Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →Small county landfill on the edge of Lynd that locals use for household cleanouts, farm debris and contractor loads. It’s the kind of place people drop by with trailers, pickup loads or roll-off trucks when recycling or curb pickup won’t do.
There’s a scale at the entrance so be prepared to stop to be weighed; tipping fees are charged by weight rather than by item. Pull up to the entrance booth, then follow the signs and paths to the working face or drop areas - trucks and trailers usually get directed where to unload. The site is large and open, with piles of cover dirt and compacted areas; in winter parts of the yard can be icy or snow-packed, and many local landfills have indoor drop areas or sheltered spots for bad weather. Weekends and spring cleanups can be busy, so lines sometimes form at the gate.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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