What’s New
Recent News and Announcements
New and Improved Scalehouse is Complete
February 21, 2012
The portable construction trailer that was previously used as a scalehouse has been replaced with a new, stick-built structure. The new scalehouse is more energy efficient, safer, and user-friendly. The scale electronics were also upgraded to insure that the billing to our customers is as accurate as possible.
Pipeline Construction Update
February 21, 2012
Soderberg Construction completed the installation of the leachate pipeline in October of 2011 and it has been placed into service. Landfill leachate can now be conveyed year-round to the Caribou Utilities District wastewater treatment plant without the use of tractor-trailer trucks. This project was completed on time and under budget; as were all of the recent Phase III landfill development projects.
2012 Permits are Available
December 1, 2011
2012 permits are available at the scalehouse. You do not need to make a special trip to purchase your permit, just please be prepared to purchase one during your next visit. You will need a copy of your vehicle registration to demonstrate residency. Fees remain the same as last year.
There’s a New Face at the Recycling Center!
October 31, 2012
Fred Berube, Jr. began working at the recycling center in October; replacing Jim Searles, who retired in November after 20 years of service to TCL. We wish Jimmy the best in his retirement, and welcome Fred to the team!
New Pipeline Construction
June 14, 2011
TCL has contracted with Soderberg Construction to install a 2.3-mile long pipeline to convey landfill leachate to the Caribou Utilities District (“CUD”) facility on the Grimes Rd. in Caribou. This project will eliminate approximately 1,000 truck trips per year currently necessary to haul this wastewater to CUD. Soderberg is making good progress, with approximately ½ of the pipeline installed by the first of June. Still remaining however, is the effort to cross the Little Madawaska River; the Grimes Mill Rd.; and the Grimes Rd. The project is expected to be completed by the end of September.
Spring Cleaning Reminders
May 5, 2011
It’s spring cleaning time. Many folks will be doing yard work, or cleaning out the basement and garage. A couple of things to remember... Read More
Landfill Expansion Complete
August 31, 2010
Construction of the newest landfill cells was completed early this summer. This new capacity; coupled with an overall height increase of the landfill, doubled the remaining capacity of the landfill, which is now expected to last until the year 2042.