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A small county-style disposal site used by John Day residents and folks from nearby ranches. It’s the kind of place people stop at when spring cleanup or construction loads need dumping, not a fancy recycling center but a practical local spot.
Expect a simple entrance area with a place to check in and a scale to drive over - they charge by weight so most vehicles stop twice. The yard is open with piles and containers you can see from the road; trucks and trailers pull up to different drop spots. Recycling and bottle returns in Oregon mean people often sort materials before they get here, so bring sorted loads when possible. Busy weekends are common, especially in spring and after holidays, so lines can form.
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Before You Go
- Cover and secure loose loads before coming; wind and bumps make trash fly.
- Bring materials pre-sorted as much as practical since Oregon facilities tend to have specific sorting expectations.
- Try for a weekday or early morning to avoid weekend backups, and have vehicle info or ID ready if requested.
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