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Madison County Dump is the county-run dump serving Jackson and nearby neighborhoods on 64 Passmore Lane. Locals bring household trash, bulky items and cleanup loads here rather than hauling everything to a transfer station across town. It’s the practical spot residents use when clearing out a garage or doing a yard cleanup.
Approach from the highway onto Passmore Lane and look for the entrance with an attendant booth and a gate; most county dumps have that setup. There’s usually a place to pull up, get directed from the booth, and then drive to the drop-off area or pit where dumpsters and piles sit. The site is functional rather than tidy - gravel drives, piled material, and labeled containers are common. Weekends and spring cleanup times can get busy, so expect some waiting.
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Before You Go
- Bring tarps or a truck with a tailgate that lifts - loose debris and dusty drives are typical and things can blow around.
- Have items sorted in the truck so dropping off is quicker: bulky stuff, bagged trash, and recyclables separated where possible.
- Go early in the day on a weekday if possible; traffic and wait times are usually shorter than on weekend mornings.
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