The MRD (Metropolitan Refuse District) compost facility, which serves Village residents at 5211 County Highway Q, will remain open and accessible during the reconstruction on the County Highway Q corridor (Heron Trail to Meffert Road south and outside of the Village). During construction, County Highway Q will be closed to through traffic. Local traffic is allowed. Access to the dog park, soccer field and compost facility will be maintained at all times. There may be short periods where certain construction steps that will require motorists to access the compost facility from the south (to Q via Balzer Road, Oncken Road, or County M).
Remember that this area is a construction zone. Drivers should always pay attention to roadway signs and construction workers. Please slow down and use caution when entering, traveling through or exiting a construction zone.
Please click the link below for information regarding this project from the Dane County Department of Public Works/Highway and Transportation:
Dane County Department of Public Works/Highway and Transportation
The Dane County Landfill located at 7102 US Highways 12 and 18, one-half mile east of I-90 (across from Yahara Hills Golf Course) is another compost location available for use by Dane County residents. Please click the link below for more details:
Dane County Landfill