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A working landfill on the outskirts of Columbus where household and commercial trash ends up buried. Locals and haulers use it when the convenience centers or curb service won’t take big loads. It’s the final stop for things that can’t be recycled or dropboxed elsewhere.
Drive up to a guarded entrance with a scale near the front; loads are typically weighed and fees are based on weight. Pull up to the tip-off area shown by arrows or signs and someone will usually direct which active cell to use. The site is mostly open dirt and compacted mounds, with equipment like bulldozers and compactors moving around. Expect to stop twice if the scale is at the gate-once in and once out-so plan for a short wait.
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Before You Go
- Secure loose material with straps or a tarp before leaving the truck so nothing blows out on the road or at the pit.
- Have identification and any county paperwork handy since commercial haulers often need to register or be billed differently.
- Avoid peak times on weekends and spring cleanup days if possible; lines and waits get noticeably longer then.
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