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.
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(601) 545-2121A regional solid waste drop-off in Ovett that locals use for household trash, yard debris and whatever recyclables the site accepts. Small-town scale-more like a county convenience center than a big municipal transfer station. People from around the area pull in with trailers, pickup loads and the occasional landscaping truck.
Drive up a short lane to a manned entrance booth and be prepared to stop briefly while staff or the scale operator checks the load. There’s usually a scale and a place to pull forward for unloading, with open compacting areas and piles or bins visible from the drive. Recycling bins and yard-waste spots tend to be grouped off to the side, so have materials separated before getting out. Weekends and spring cleanup days get the longest lines, so expect to wait if it’s busy.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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