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Transfer Station
Broadwater County Transfer Sta
370 Indian Creek Rd, Townsend, MT 59644
(406) 266-5877Small county transfer station used by Townsend and surrounding rural areas. Trucks compress loads here and then haul them out to a landfill, so this is a handy stop for people who don't want to drive all the way to a distant dump. The site sees a mix of pickup trucks, trailers, and occasional commercial haulers.
Drive up an access road to a gate and an entrance booth where vehicles are checked and directed. There’s usually a scale to cross on the way in or out since charges are commonly by weight, so plan for a short stop to be weighed. Piles and compactors are visible from the drive; pull up where directed and unload into the appropriate compaction area. Lines can form on weekend mornings and during spring cleanups, so be prepared to wait if it’s busy.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps for loose loads-wind can scatter debris while driving and at the drop-off area.
- Have items sorted before getting to the booth so unloading goes faster and vehicles can be moved quickly.
- Avoid peak times like weekend mornings if possible; midweek or late afternoon runs are often quicker.
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