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A municipal composting site out on Muzzy Road that locals use to drop off yard trimmings and food scraps. Mostly used by homeowners and small landscapers from around Urbana and nearby parts of Champaign County. It feels like a working site rather than a park - trucks and trailers are common on weekends.
Drive up the lane to a small entrance area where vehicles line up; larger trailers sit off to the side while compact cars pull forward. Piles of brown and green material are visible and there are usually concrete or gravel pads to drive onto for unloading. Expect to stop and back up to a receiving spot, then move on to a weigh station if the site charges by weight. The whole place is practical and a bit dusty in dry weather, muddy after rain.
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Before You Go
- Bring gloves and a tarp - loose debris blows around and tarps make unloading cleaner and faster.
- Load materials so they’re easy to tip out or shovel; dropping mixed bags can slow things down for the next person.
- Plan for weekend crowds during spring and fall yard-cleanup times; midweek visits tend to be quieter if that’s an option.
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