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Small, no-frills transfer station just off 5 Rd in Farmington, used mostly by local residents and small haulers who don't want to drive out to the distant landfill. Located in a fairly open, dusty lot typical of this part of New Mexico, it feels more like a work site than a recycling center.
Drive up to a single entrance booth and be prepared to pull slowly through a gated area; there's usually a scale nearby and places to wait if there's a line. Concrete tipping areas and large roll-off containers sit under open sky, so expect wind and dust on breezy days. Drop-off is straightforward but items are handled in bulk - separate piles or boxes will speed things along. Weekends and spring cleanup times often have the longest lines, so plan accordingly.
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Before You Go
- Have things sorted and accessible before getting to the booth - loose bags, lumber, and metal separated makes the unload quicker.
- Secure tarps over loads on the drive in; wind can scatter light debris on the approach road.
- Bring a photo ID and a vehicle that can back up easily - tight turns and steep approaches are common at transfer sites in rural New Mexico.
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