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Out on Rd 435 just outside Lexington, the Nebraska Public Power District waste facility is the place locals use for household and small contractor loads. Pickup trucks and trailers are the most common vehicles seen there, not big industrial fleets. It’s meant for local disposal needs rather than long-haul transfer operations.
Expect a gravel drive and an entrance booth with a scale; facilities like this typically handle fees at the booth and often charge by weight or per load, so be prepared. Pull up to the booth to check in, then follow the signs to an unloading spot - there’s usually room to maneuver a trailer but tight turns for larger rigs. The site looks utilitarian: open pads, piles of material, and dust in dry weather or mud after rain. Weekends and spring cleanup season are the busiest times, and lines can form.
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Before You Go
- Cover loose loads with a tarp and have straps ready; wind and driving around the site can scatter material and make unloading messier.
- Sort bulky items from small debris before pulling in so dropping large pieces doesn’t hold up smaller bagged loads.
- Try to go on a weekday morning if possible; weekends, especially in spring, tend to have the longest waits.
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