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Small neighborhood drop-off for residents of Portales, mostly used for household cleanouts and yard debris. The site sits on N Avon Ave and looks like a fenced lot with several roll-off bins and a small entrance booth near the drive.
Drive up the access road and pull toward the booth area to get oriented; traffic flow is single-lane in and out, so be ready to wait if someone’s unloading. Bins for trash, recycling, and yard waste are grouped close together, with the recyclables usually off to one side and larger trash containers straight ahead. The site is compact rather than sprawling, so maneuvering a trailer or large truck can be tight and requires slow, careful backing. Weekends, especially during spring cleanups, can be noticeably busier than weekday mornings.
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Before You Go
- Bring gloves and closed-toe shoes-there’s loose debris on the ground and edges on the bins.
- Load loose items into a tarp or secure them before hauling; it makes unloading quicker and keeps things from blowing around on windy days.
- If driving a long vehicle or towing a trailer, scout the approach first and be prepared to back in slowly; space for turning is limited.
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