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Republic Services Gulfwest Landfill is the main burial spot for trash near Anahuac, used by local households and haulers alike. It’s the kind of place commercial trucks and pickup loads both end up when other options aren’t available.
There’s a manned entrance booth and a scale to weigh trucks, so expect to stop twice if bringing a load by weight. Drive up to the booth, get directed where to unload, then likely head back over the scale before leaving. The site looks like a working industrial yard-compacted dirt roads, piles of covered material, and heavy equipment moving about. Lines tend to form at busy times, especially mornings and weekends, so allow extra time.
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Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps to keep loose trash from blowing - loads that aren’t contained can slow you down or lead to extra sorting.
- Have your vehicle staged for easy backing; most drop-off spots require reversing onto a compacted pad or ramps.
- Watch for large trucks and heavy equipment while moving around the site; use your hazards and keep a clear line of sight before backing.
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