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Small county-run solid waste site that most locals use for household trash, yard debris and basic recyclables. Short drives from around Decatur bring pickups, trailers and SUV loads here; it feels like a practical, working place rather than a polished city center.
A modest entrance with a small booth or gate area and room to pull up with a trailer or truck; expect to line up behind other vehicles when it's busy. Large roll-off containers and piles of brush are visible from the drive-in, and recycling bins are usually tucked to one side past the initial drop area. Trucks and heavy equipment move around, so take it slow while backing up and follow the traffic flow marked on the site. Because this is a county facility, it looks more functional than tidy - gravel, dust and tire tracks are normal.
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Before You Go
- Bring tarps or tie-downs for loose debris so nothing blows off while parked or driving in; that makes unloading quicker and cleaner.
- Sort recyclables and yard waste in the truck bed or trailer before pulling up so dropping off takes less time and avoids extra shuffling.
- Avoid mid-morning weekends during spring cleanup if possible - lines and wait times tend to build then, so earlier or weekday runs are usually smoother.
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