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A county recycling center in Chester where residents bring household recyclables and some bulk items. Neighbors use it for sorting cardboard, paper, plastics, glass and common metals, and for occasional special collection events run by the county.
Drive into a yard with rows of large containers and open-top bays where materials are handed off or emptied; there’s usually a small entrance lane and a booth or check point near the driveway. Expect to sort items before getting to the containers - cardboard flattened, bottles and cans separated from mixed paper. Large drop-off bays tend to sit under a canopy or open shelter, while loose items go into separate roll-off containers a short walk away.
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Before You Go
- Load recyclables so they’re easy to lift out: flatten boxes, bundle paper, and keep glass sealed in sturdy boxes to avoid breakage.
- Pull up with the vehicle facing the container you need and secure loose items with a tarp or straps; many people bring a helper to hand items down safely.
- Look for signs at the site indicating special program drop-offs (electronics, tires, or batteries) and park near those areas if bringing those items.
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