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Landfill
Union County Landfill Non Commercial
2125 Austin Chaney Rd, Wingate, NC 28174
Small county landfill serving residents of Wingate and nearby parts of Union County. It’s the non-commercial site for final disposal of household trash rather than business or large commercial hauls. People drop off bagged garbage, bulky items, and things too big for curbside pickup.
Drive up to a simple entrance with a booth or gate area where vehicles are directed to the weighing point and tipping pad; landfills like this usually charge a tipping fee based on weight or volume. The working face and cover areas are open, with large dirt ramps and compacted waste visible from the tipping area. Expect heavy equipment-dozers and loaders-moving material and occasional odors and dust depending on wind and season.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Have loads secured and covered for travel; loose trash can blow out on the road or in the yard leading into the site.
- Arrive with trash already separated so it’s quick to tip and leave; commercial-sized loads are not accepted at a non-commercial landfill.
- Bring proper containment for sharp or hazardous-looking items; electronics and hazardous household products are handled under state rules and often need special handling elsewhere.
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