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Olmsted Waste is the local Rochester facility for dropping off household and neighborhood trash and debris. People from around town swing by with pickup loads, yard waste, and DIY-project leftovers. It's the sort of place neighbors use when curbside pickup won't cut it.
Pull into the lot off Silver Creek Road and look for the entrance booth and the lanes for unloading; there will be a few spots to pull up and get directed. The site is mostly outdoor tipping areas with large containers and piles; in Minnesota winters many sites like this also have indoor bays or sheltered spots for cold-weather drop-offs. Expect a mix of pickup trucks, trailers, and regional haulers, and plan for some walking between vehicle and container. Weekends, especially spring cleanup times, tend to be busier and slower-moving.
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Before You Go
- Load and tie down things so items don’t shift when backing up to a container; a helper makes lining up with a bin faster.
- Bring work gloves and sturdy shoes - surfaces can be uneven and there’s often broken material on the ground.
- Go early on weekend mornings or late weekdays to avoid the longest lines; sorting recyclables or bulky items ahead of time speeds unloading.
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