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Pleasant Oaks Landfill
Pleasant Oaks Landfill, 3031 FM 3417, Mount Pleasant, 75455, Texas
Pleasant Oaks Landfill is the county landfill on FM 3417 just outside Mount Pleasant, where residents and commercial haulers bring loads to be buried. It’s a working site with an entrance booth and a scale-more of a practical disposal spot than a tidy drop-off for recyclables.
Pull up to the entrance booth and be ready for the scale; tipping fees are charged by weight so stopping at the scale is part of the process. Big trucks and commercial loads are common here, so expect loaders and dump rigs moving around. The unloading area is gritty and functional with piles and compacting equipment nearby, so keep clear of heavy machinery. Weekends and spring cleanup bring the longest lines, so allow extra time.
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Before You Go
- Cover loose loads with a tarp and secure them so debris doesn’t blow out on the way in or during unloading.
- If towing a trailer, have someone spot while backing - space at the tipping face can be tight and it helps to have an extra pair of eyes.
- Aim for a midweek morning when possible; that’s when lines usually shrink compared with weekends and holiday cleanup times.
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