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Adams County Transfer Station in Othello (504 S Lucy Rd) is the local spot where residents drop off household junk and the county compacts it before trucking it out. Neighbors bring everything from bagged yard clippings to old furniture, and it’s often busier on weekends and during spring cleanup.
There’s an entrance booth and a scale-vehicles usually pull up, stop at the booth, then move forward to unload. The site feels industrial: concrete pads, roll-off containers, and a few large compactors where trucks load out. Recyclables and yard waste are commonly kept separate in Washington, so expect to sort materials into different piles or bins. Weekends can back up a bit, while midweek visits tend to move faster.
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Before You Go
- Cover loose loads with a tarp so nothing blows out on the drive and lay items out for quick unloading.
- Sort recyclables and yard waste beforehand since Washington State encourages separation; it saves time at the drop-off.
- Bring gloves and have a plan for where each item goes in your vehicle so unloading is quicker and safer.
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