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Glen Fork Compactor Station is the local spot in Oceana for dropping off household and community refuse. Neighbors from the surrounding hollows and ridge roads use it for routine disposal and larger cleanups. The mountain roads mean it mainly serves folks from this valley rather than long-distance hauls.
The site sits off Riverview Drive and looks like a small industrial lot with a compacting unit and a short drive-in lane. There’s typically a booth at the entrance where vehicles pull up before proceeding to the tipping area, and a scale is commonly part of the flow so expect to slow down. The ground can be gravel or packed dirt and gets muddy in wet weather, so watch for potholes and uneven spots while maneuvering. Weekends and spring cleanout times bring the longest lines, with more space to work around the compactor during weekday visits.
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Before You Go
- Secure loads with a tarp or straps-wind and steep driveways can shift things during the trip.
- Approach slowly and be ready to back up; the lane is tight and larger trucks need extra room to position at the compactor.
- Allow extra travel time in bad weather or on busy weekends-the mountain roads and seasonal traffic can add delays.
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