I-66 Transfer Station

A no-frills transfer station in Fairfax that locals use to drop off household trash instead of driving out to a distant landfill. Mostly used by homeowners, landscapers, and small contractors who need a quick place to offload compacted loads. It's busy on weekends and during seasonal cleanups, so expect some lineups at peak times.

Drive up to a gated entrance with an attendant booth where vehicles are directed to either a scale or a lineup lane; the scale is used to weigh loads so there’s usually a stop on the way in or out. The yard is industrial - lots of trucks, compactors, concrete tipping floors and high retaining walls; residential customers typically pull up to specific drop-off bays rather than interacting with long-haul equipment. Recycling or drop-off bins sit off to the side of the main tipping area, and traffic is managed with cones and staff directing vehicles when it gets busy. Bring a load that’s already sorted as much as possible since space at the bay can be tight and maneuvering a trailer or pickup takes some care.