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South River Recycling is the small-town recycling center at 435 Whitehead Ave that locals use to drop off old cardboard, cans, bottles and other recyclables. Neighbors and people from nearby towns swing by with carloads or small trailers; it’s the kind of place where a busy Saturday will have a line and a weekday morning moves faster.
There’s an entrance booth and a pull-up lane for unloading; bring stuff ready to hand over from the car or truck. A scale is visible on site and large open bays or roll-off containers hold the different materials, with the common recycling bins off to one side. Trucks and trailers are common, so watch for backing vehicles and follow the directional signs once inside. Expect the site to look very industrial - concrete pads, stacked containers, and staff directing traffic during busier times.
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Before You Go
- Flatten and bundle cardboard before bringing it; it saves space and makes unloading quicker.
- Contain loose items in bins or boxes and have glass separated from other materials for safety.
- Avoid weekend afternoons if possible - weekday mornings or early afternoons tend to have shorter lines.
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