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Small-town disposal site serving Ely and nearby residents. Located on Nevada Ave, this is where local homeowners and small haulers drop off regular household loads and cleanup debris. It’s the kind of place that fits the town - practical, no-frills, and built to handle everyday community trash.
Pull up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop while attendants direct traffic; many disposal sites in towns this size use a booth and a scale. The site itself is open, dusty, and sun-exposed - shade is minimal in Nevada’s desert climate, so vehicles and people heat up fast. There are piles and containers for different types of loads and a clear traffic flow for dumping and exiting. Lines tend to form on weekends and during seasonal cleanups, so expect occasional waits.
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Before You Go
- Bring gloves and a tarp: the ground is dusty and surfaces get hot in the sun, so having basic protective gear makes unloading easier.
- Back into the drop area if possible; it speeds up dumping and avoids fumbling with heavy items in tight lanes.
- Go on a weekday morning if possible to avoid longer weekend lines and midday heat.
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