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Mid Ohio Dumpsters is the local dump in Springfield where neighborhood residents drop off household debris and general refuse. Small to medium-sized trucks and pickups use it most; contractors swing by too on busy days. It sits on E Pleasant Street and looks like the kind of place people go when doing yard work or clearing out a garage.
There’s an entrance booth and a drive-in setup where vehicles line up to be checked before heading into the tipping area. A scale is typically crossed on the way in or out, so expect to stop for weighing if bringing a load. The site is mostly open lots with piles and containers - nothing fancy - and recycling or metal bins are often set off to one side. Weekends and spring cleanup bring the longest lines, so plan for delays then.
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Before You Go
- Secure loose items with a tarp so nothing blows out while hauling - loose trash can make unloading slower and messier for the next driver.
- Have ID and any paperwork handy since Ohio has extra rules for some types of materials; having documents ready speeds things up at the booth.
- Bring a vehicle that can back up easily and someone to help guide larger loads - narrow drives and tight tipping spots are common at small local dumps.
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