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Virginia Beach turned 640,000 tons of garbage into a 60-foot hill, now a 165-acre park

Times of India - World · 23 August 2026 at 10:57 am

Virginia Beach turned 640,000 tons of garbage into a 60-foot hill, now a 165-acre park

Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach serves as a unique example of transformation, evolving from a large landfill into a vibrant 165-acre recreational area.

Opening its gates in 1973, this park now boasts serene lakes, extensive trails, and playgrounds, showcasing innovative landfill reclamation p

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Virginia Beach turned 640,000 tons of garbage into a 60-foot hill, now a 165-acre park

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