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Fentress County Solid Waste in Jamestown handles household trash, yard debris and typical recycling drop-offs for local residents. It's the county-run solid waste site on N Smith Street that neighbors use for routine cleanups and curbside overflow.
Drive up to a small entrance area where there is usually a booth and a place to pull in; many county sites in Tennessee have a scale, so plan for a short stop as vehicles are checked and weighed. The site is open-air with piles, bins and roll-off containers visible from the drive; expect to walk a short distance from where a vehicle parks to drop items. Traffic can back up on weekend mornings and during spring cleanup, so there may be a line of trucks and trailers. Recycling and yard waste receptacles are typically grouped to one side, with household trash containers in another section.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with tarps or tie-downs before arriving so loose debris doesn’t blow out while waiting in line.
- Sort recyclables and yard debris at home into separate piles to speed up unloading once at the appropriate containers.
- Aim for midweek visits or late afternoon if possible to avoid the weekend rush and long waits.
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