What Do You Really Know About Landfills?

Test Your Landfill Knowledge, Then Sign Up for a Tour!

At the landfill, my garbage:

1. Is burned
2. Is sorted and recyclables are pulled out
3. Will decompose and turn into soil
4. None of the above

The correct answer is 4 - None of the above. So what really does happen to your trash? Join us for a landfill tour and see for yourself!

You’ll see how Metro Waste Authority manages nearly 2,000 tons of trash each day at Metro Park East Landfill, in eastern Polk County, and protects the environment at the same time.

Tours Available
Sign up now for a June bus tour, which will last about one hour and 30 minutes. You’ll find all the details you need to know about your field trip experience, complete with a big yellow school bus. Space is limited and we want you to get a seat!

June 14     11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
June 29     8:45 to 10:15 a.m.

For more information, visit www.WhereItShouldGo.com or call 515.244.0021