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Small transfer station on Julia Street that locals use when a landfill is too far for a quick drop-off. Residents and small haulers bring cars, pickups and sometimes trailers for household cleanouts or contractor loads.
An entrance booth and a scale sit at the drive-in, so vehicles usually stop to be weighed. After that, follow the traffic pattern to a raised concrete tipping area where loads are dumped into bays and then compacted or loaded onto larger trucks. Expect roll-off containers, compactors and a fair amount of dust and noise; keeping loose material covered helps. Weekends and spring cleanup bring the longest lines, so plan for a wait during those times.
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Before You Go
- Sort the load before getting in line-group cardboard, metals and general trash separately so switching drop points (if required) doesn't slow things down.
- Secure loose items with a tarp and tie-downs; wind and passing trucks can scatter uncovered trash.
- Wear gloves and sturdy shoes since surfaces are uneven and there's loose debris around the tipping area.
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