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A county solid waste spot right in Mount Vernon, mostly used by residents dropping off household trash, yard debris and recyclables. Small-town setup-people from around Knox County swing by when clearing out the garage or hauling brush.
Drive up to a small entrance area with a booth and a short line of vehicles at busy times; the way in is easy to spot from E High Street. There’s usually a scale and a place to pull forward after checking in, so expect to stop twice if the scale is used. Recycling bins and yard-waste piles sit off to one side, with larger roll-off containers and a few concrete bays for trash and bulk items. On weekends and during spring cleanup the driveway can get backed up, so plan for a bit of wait time.
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Before You Go
- Bring straps or a tarp to secure loose materials-loads can shift when driving and staff often won’t accept uncovered piles.
- Have items loosely sorted before getting to the booth so unloading goes faster once directed where to go.
- Avoid peak hours like weekend mornings during spring; an early weekday trip usually moves quicker if that’s an option.
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