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Clemson Road Recycling Site in Columbia is the neighborhood recycling center where residents haul household recyclables and cleanup loads. Locals use it for common items like cardboard, paper, glass, metal and typical plastics, and there are often seasonal or special drop-off programs at centers like this for things such as electronics or bulky items.
Pull into the entrance and be prepared for a small booth area before moving on to the drop-off lanes. Large bins and concrete bays are typical; sorting materials into piles or bundles will make unloading faster. Weekends, especially during spring cleanup, often have lines, so give extra time if stopping by then. Many recycling centers have a scale and a payment point, so be ready for fees that vary by location and load size.
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Before You Go
- Break down and flatten boxes ahead of time and bundle cardboard so it stacks neatly in the bin.
- Wear gloves and closed-toe shoes and have a friend help with heavy items-some drop-off bays sit higher than a truck bed.
- Avoid weekend afternoons when possible; early weekday mornings usually move quicker and mean less waiting.
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