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Small county landfill on the east side of Smithfield that people from town and surrounding areas use to drop off large loads. It's the place to go when the curbside stuff won't fit in the pickup. The site feels big enough for roll-offs and dump trucks rather than just household pickup vans.
There’s a prominent scale booth near the entrance where vehicles usually stop to be weighed, so expect to pull up and wait your turn. A single traffic flow leads to the tipping face where trucks and trailers unload; the area is mostly gravel and compacted dirt with heavy equipment working the piles. Recycling or drop-off bins tend to be grouped near the office or to the side, while the main landfill cells and cover material are visible beyond the tipping area. Weekends, especially during yard cleanup season, get noticeably busier with longer lines.
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Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or secure straps for loose loads - wind and hauling can scatter debris while driving and during unloading.
- Have a clear plan for where to toss bulky items before pulling forward; it speeds the process and cuts down on delays behind larger trucks.
- Expect to stop for weighing both in and out; leave room in the vehicle schedule for the scale lines so unloading doesn’t feel rushed.
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