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(409) 385-5501A small county collection station serving Hardin County residents in Kountze. Neighbors drop off household junk and common curbside overflow here rather than hauling everything to a landfill farther away. It’s the kind of local spot used by people cleaning out a garage or handling routine household disposal.
The site feels like a rural drop-off - a simple drive-up area with large roll-off containers and a few marked spots for different kinds of drops. There’s usually an entry point where vehicles line up briefly to pull in, then a place to park and unload; expect to handle most of the lifting and sorting yourself. Surfaces are gravel or compacted dirt and truck traffic is common, so take care when walking around. Lines tend to form on busier days, so a bit of patience can save time.
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