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A small local disposal point for Allentown residents and contractors dropping off household and construction debris. Located on S 10th Street, it's the kind of place people use when curbside pickup isn't an option. Neighbors and small crews tend to show up with pickup loads or trailers rather than big roll-offs.
Expect a simple entrance with a staffed booth and a scale-vehicles usually pause to get weighed before and after dumping. Drive lanes lead to an open yard area where skips or compactor bays sit; backing in with a trailer is common and space is limited during busy times. The site looks industrial: concrete pads, metal containers, and piles in the distance rather than landscaped grounds. Weekends, especially during spring cleanup, can get backed up so there may be a line to get through the gate.
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Before You Go
- Bring something to cover and secure loose loads-wind can make things messy and require extra handling.
- Have identification or any local permit documentation handy since many community facilities ask for proof of residency.
- Try to arrive early on a weekend or pick a weekday afternoon to avoid the longest lines; plan for tight turning radiuses if hauling a trailer.
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