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Convenience Center
Putnam County Convenience Center
2730 Old Walton Rd, Monterey, TN 38574
(931) 839-3482A small Putnam County convenience center a few miles off Old Walton Rd in Monterey, used mostly by local residents for household drop-offs. It’s the kind of place neighbors swing by with bags, branches, or a load from a small cleanout.
Expect a modest gravel or paved lot with several large roll-off containers or bins for trash, recyclables and yard waste-this is how most county convenience centers are set up. Some days there may be someone at an entrance booth or the site might be unstaffed; both happen at these smaller sites. Lines build up on weekends and during spring cleanup, so vehicles can back up onto the access road during busy stretches. Bring something to cover loose or wet items and be ready to sort recyclables from regular trash if possible.
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Before You Go
- Hit it early in the morning on weekends to avoid long waits; spring cleanup sees the worst backups.
- Bring straps or a tarp for loose loads-wind and rain make a mess if things aren’t secured.
- Keep recyclables separated from general trash in advance so dropping off is quicker and vehicles don’t sit at the containers.
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