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Organics Recycling/Composting

Compost Site

Address
Northfield Compost Site
1801 Armstrong Road
Northfield, MN 55057
Hours
Open April 7 to November 19, 2023
- Monday, closed
- Tuesday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. (or sunset)
- Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or sunset)
- Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. (or sunset)
- Holidays, closed
If sunset occurs before the closing time, the site will close due to darkness. The compost site does not have lights.
Features
Follow the signs or ask the attendant where to dump items. There are separate areas for branches, yard waste, perennial flowers and organic recycling (food waste).
Dump organics recycling in the marked container.
Topsoil compost is available free to the public for use in your yard. You are responsible for loading and hauling.
Railroad
A railroad crosses in front of the entrance to the Compost Site. A train may periodically block the entrance and exit. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
CP Rail 1-800-716-9132

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