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Olmsted County/Kalmar Landfill
Olmsted County/Kalmar Landfill, 7401 19th Street NW, Rochester, 55901, Minnesota
Olmsted County/Kalmar Landfill on 19th Street NW in Rochester is the county landfill where household and larger loads get buried. Locals and haulers both use it; expect a large, active site rather than a small neighborhood drop-off. They run things by weight on a scale, and commercial loads are handled with different rate tiers than residential.
Drive up to a small entrance booth and then over a scale-there’s usually a stop on the way in and another when you leave because charges are by weight. The site is big: piles of cover dirt and compacted trash, big trucks coming and going, and a working face where loads are spread. Surfaces can be dusty in dry weather and muddy after rain, so maneuvering a trailer takes a little care. Lines build up on weekends and during spring cleanup, so plan for extra time if it’s busy.
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Before You Go
- Tie down and tarp loose material before leaving home; uncovered loads are a hassle and can slow the process.
- Keep metals and clearly recyclable items separated from mixed trash if possible-unloading goes quicker when things aren’t all mixed together.
- Wear sturdy shoes and bring gloves; the ground is uneven and transfers can be messy, and try to avoid peak weekend times if a quicker trip is wanted.
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