St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill

A working landfill on the east side of St. Joseph that handles the final disposal of trash for residents and businesses. Locals drop off household junk, contractor loads, and commercial deliveries here in larger trucks and trailers. The place is clearly built for big volumes rather than quick curbside-style drop-offs.

Drive in and pass a scale house - the site charges tipping fees by weight, so vehicles are weighed on the way in and out. There’s a simple entrance booth area where drivers check in, then pull forward to whichever cell or disposal area staff direct. The grounds are mostly compacted dirt and gravel with heavy equipment working mounds of refuse; expect slow-moving trucks and some dust. Recycling or drop-off bins are usually grouped near the entrance, while the active landfill face is farther inside the site.