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Brush & Compost Facility
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Grinnell Brush Dump: Hours, Fees, and Accepted Materials
If you’re a resident of Grinnell, Iowa, and need to dispose of yard waste or brush, the city’s Brush & Compost Facility is the place to go. Here’s everything you need to know about the facility, including hours of operation, fees, and accepted materials.
Hours of Operation
The Brush & Compost Facility is open seasonally from spring to fall. The current hours of operation are:
- Spring 2023: March 27 – May 12, 2023: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Saturday, 7:30 AM – Noon
- Summer 2023: May 15 – September 29, 2023: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday, 7:30 AM – Noon
- Fall 2023: October 2 – November 10, 2023: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Saturday, 7:30 AM – Noon
Fees
The Brush & Compost Facility uses a “pay as you throw” logic, placing the cost of operation on those who use the service. Fees are based on the quantities brought to the site.
Here is a breakdown of the fees:
| Vehicle Type | Grinnell Resident | Non-City Resident |
|---|---|---|
| 33 gallon plastic garbage bag (per bag) | $1.00 | $2.00 |
| One full car load or enclosed SUV | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| One small pick-up size load | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| One full pick-up size load | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| One trailer up to 10 feet | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| One trailer larger than 10 feet | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| One full dump truck – single axle | $35.00 | $70.00 |
| One full dump truck – tandem axle | $45.00 | $90.00 |
| One full dump truck with trailer | $60.00 | $120.00 |
| Any vehicle larger than described above | $70.00 | $140.00 |
| Chipped material | $20.00 | $40.00 |
Accepted Materials
The Brush & Compost Facility accepts the following materials:
- Grass clippings
- Leaves
- Tree limbs/branches
- Brush
- Chipped material
Prohibited Materials
The following materials are not accepted at the Brush & Compost Facility:
- Household garbage
- Construction debris
- Hazardous materials
- Appliances
- Electronics
- Tires
Additional Information
- Payment in the form of cash or check is accepted at the site. Checks should be made out to City of Grinnell.
- For loads costing less than $20, cash is accepted in denominations of $10 or less.
- For loads costing $20 or more, exact payment is preferred. (No $50 or $100 bills are accepted.)
- If yard waste or brush being deposited is all contained in bags, the individual may pay either the price per bag or the price per vehicle.
- Please cover or otherwise secure your load.
Contact Information
For more information about the Brush & Compost Facility, please contact the City of Grinnell Public Services Department at (641) 236-2533.
Conclusion
The City of Grinnell Brush & Compost Facility is a convenient and affordable way to dispose of yard waste and brush. By following the guidelines outlined in this article, you can help keep your community clean and green.
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