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Valentine Area Solid Waste Landfill is the local landfill out on U.S. 20 that farmers, contractors and town residents use when trash and bulky stuff need to be buried. A working landfill for the region, it handles both household and larger loads since this is the final place trash goes to be buried.
Drive in off U.S. 20 and you'll likely see a drive-in booth and a scale close to the entrance - most landfills charge tipping fees by weight and have minimum charges. After the scale, pull up to the tipping area or cell and follow the traffic flow set by signs or cones; lines can form, especially on weekends or during spring cleanup. The site is mostly open dirt and compacted cover material with heavy equipment moving around, so expect dust and a functional, no-frills layout.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with a tarp or tie-downs so nothing blows off while driving through the site.
- Plan for possible wait time during busy seasons; hauling commercial or full truck loads often takes longer to check and offload.
- Know that tipping is typically charged by weight with a minimum fee, so smaller trips can still incur a base charge.
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