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Pahrump Valley Disposal is the local disposal site in town used by residents hauling household junk, yard debris and construction leftovers. Located on E Mesquite Ave, it’s the kind of place neighbors stop at when a truck or trailer is full. Expect a working, no-frills facility that handles the everyday cleanouts for Pahrump.
Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop for a check-in and weight assessment-this is typical for disposal sites, so plan for a short delay. The site itself is open dirt and gravel with piles and drop-off points; signs and arrows point to where different loads go, and recycling bins are usually off to one side. There’s dust and sun exposure in the Nevada desert, so vehicles and trailers will pick up grit and it can be hotter than town on summer afternoons. Weekends and spring cleanup times get busy, so lines at the booth and slow-moving trucks are common.
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Before You Go
- Bring straps and tarps to secure loads-wind and loose debris are a nuisance here.
- Unload heavy items from the truck bed first so the ramp or tailgate isn’t overloaded when backing up to drop zones.
- Wear sturdy shoes and eye protection; the ground is uneven and there’s a fair amount of loose rock and drywall dust.
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