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Landfill
Lauderdale County Landfill
Lauderdale County Landfill, 3231 Curve Nankipoo Road, Ripley, 38063, Tennessee
Lauderdale County Landfill in Ripley is the county landfill where household and business trash gets buried rather than recycled. Locals, haulers and contractors use it for loads that won’t go in curbside pickup.
There’s a large scale and a small booth by the entrance, so expect to stop for weighing and a ticket. After that, vehicles move out to the active dumping area where you’ll see big piles, compacted cells and heavy equipment working. The site can be dusty in dry weather and muddy with ruts after rain, so it feels industrial and busy. Tipping fees are assessed based on weight or volume at the scale, and the landfill accepts both residential and commercial loads.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure and tarp loose loads-anything that blows out will slow things down and create a mess.
- Wear sturdy shoes and gloves and watch for trucks and loaders; keep a safe distance while backing or dumping.
- Avoid weekends and peak spring-cleanup times if possible, since lines and wait times get noticeably longer.
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