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Sweetwater Landfill is the town's primary place for burying garbage, used by local homeowners and haulers from around the county. Located on the west edge of Sweetwater, this is a larger rural landfill rather than a small drop-off. It handles both residential and commercial loads.
Expect a drive-up entrance with a scale booth where trucks are weighed - tipping fees are charged by weight, with separate rates typically applied to residential versus commercial loads. Pull up to the booth, get directed toward the unloading area, and then usually stop back on the scale when leaving for a final weight. The site is mostly open dirt and gravel with visible berms and cover areas; larger trucks and trailers are common here and the layout is built to handle them.
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Before You Go
- Cover and secure loose loads before the trip; wind and trucks passing by can make a mess and can lead to extra cleanup time at the site.
- Try to arrive midweek or early morning to avoid the busiest windows - weekends and spring cleanup tend to be the most crowded.
- Drive with a vehicle able to back up or angle into a dumping spot; flat trailers and pickups are the norm and maneuvering space can be limited around heavier equipment.
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