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A local municipal drop-off for Newport News residents to get rid of household trash and bulk items. Neighbors, landscapers with small loads, and people doing yard cleanups use this place regularly.
The site sits on Atkinson Boulevard with a small entry booth and a couple of pull-up lanes for checking in. Drivers proceed to a scale and then to a tipping area or containers where loads are emptied. Expect rows of open bays, piles of different materials, and heavy equipment moving around. Weekends are busiest, especially during warm months when people are doing cleanouts.
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Before You Go
- Have trash and recyclables separated in the truck or trailer for quicker drop-off; it speeds things up when unloading.
- Bring a tarp or straps to cover loose debris during travel and have gloves and a shovel handy for shifting loads in the bins.
- Plan for extra time on Saturdays and Sundays-the line can be long during spring and summer cleanup weekends.
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