Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management

Small county solid waste site out on Jefferson Street that locals use for household trash, recycling and yard debris. People from Alexandria and the surrounding towns drop off mixed loads here; it feels like the kind of place neighbors go to on a Saturday morning.

Pull in past an entrance booth and follow the lane toward the piles and containers; there’s usually a scale area and a spot to line up. Trucks and trailers are common, so watch for backing vehicles and wide turns. Recycling bins are typically off to one side and yard waste piles or separate drop areas sit further back. Expect a utilitarian site - gravel or pavement, roll-off bins, and traffic flow that moves slowly when it’s busy.