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Davidson County Landfill is the county dump out on Byerly Road that folks from Lexington and nearby towns use to bury household and commercial trash. Trucks and trailers pull in here for final disposal; the place looks like a working landfill rather than a public park.
Drive up to a gatehouse/scale area where vehicles are weighed so tipping fees are charged by weight. There’s a clear drive route for unloading and a large open tipping face with compacted refuse and machinery visible in the distance. Recycling or drop-off bins are usually off to one side past the entrance booth, and expect to cross the scale again on the way out for the final weight ticket. Weekends and spring cleanup periods tend to be busier, so lines at the booth can form.
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Before You Go
- Have paperwork ready for commercial loads or any vehicle ID that might be required; commercial vehicles are accepted but will be handled by weight and gate procedures.
- Secure loads with a tarp or straps - loose material can lead to longer unloading and possibly additional handling at the tipping area.
- Bring a copy of any required manifests or documentation if hauling large or mixed loads, and plan for possible wait times during peak seasons.
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