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City of Brownwood Landfill
City of Brownwood Landfill, 6800 FM 45 S, Brownwood, 76801, Texas
City of Brownwood Landfill is the municipal dump out on FM 45 S, used by residents, contractors and haulers from Brownwood and the surrounding countryside. Big trucks and pickup loads end up here - it’s the final place for trash that can’t be recycled. Tipping fees are charged (many county and city landfills use scales to set fees) and municipal landfills commonly accept commercial loads, though specifics vary.
The drive in feels rural - long entrance, gravel surfaces and large mounds of compacted material off to the side. There’s typically an entrance booth and a scale where vehicles stop before and after dumping, and then a pull-up area at the working face to tip loads. Heavy equipment moves around and the ground can be uneven, so expect to idle a bit while trucks move. Weekends and spring-cleanup periods tend to be the busiest times, so waits are not uncommon.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Cover loads securely so nothing blows out on FM 45 S; loose debris is a hassle for everyone.
- Bring sturdy footwear and something to tie down a load - the lot is gravel and the tipping area can be dusty or muddy depending on weather.
- Avoid the busiest times if possible: weekends and spring cleanup see the longest lines, especially in the mornings.
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