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Empire Disposal at 905 N Sumner St in Colfax is the local place for dropping off household loads and pickup-truck cleanouts. Neighbors bring everything from routine trash to yard clippings and the occasional bulky item; it’s used mostly by residents and small contractors in the area.
Pull into a gravel lot and look for a small entrance booth where traffic is directed; there’s usually a scale, so expect to stop more than once. The site is open-air with large piles and roll-off containers, and trucks come and go - it can be dusty and noisy. Recycling and yard waste areas are separate at most Washington facilities, so items are often sorted before unloading. Weekends, especially during spring cleanup, tend to be the busiest times with lines forming at the entrance.
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Before You Go
- Sort recyclables and yard debris before getting to the booth - many places in Washington require those to be separated.
- Tie down loose loads and bring gloves; unloading can be dusty and heavy lifting is common.
- Drive in single-file, watch for backing trucks, and expect delays on weekends or during spring cleanup season.
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