Adams County will sell a 1989 tri‑axle dump truck through Krueckeberg Auction & Realty after commissioners agreed the vehicle has reached the end of its service life. The truck, titled to the Board of Commissioners, has circulated between departments for roughly two decades, beginning at the transfer station before moving to the highway department and later to the surveyor.
Surveyor Mike Whirling said the truck is no longer drivable. Highway Superintendent Brad Weber added that the vehicle “drives a little funny,” noting mechanical issues that make continued use impractical. The truck had been used for hauling dirt, riprap and stone, but officials said it can no longer perform those tasks safely.
Krueckeberg Auction & Realty estimated the truck could bring $4,000 to $5,000 at auction, with selling costs around $300, depending on advertising. Commissioners voted to authorize signing the title and placing the truck in Krueckeberg’s next available auction. Once sold, proceeds will return to the county general fund, and the truck will be removed from the county’s capital assets list.
Weber said the highway department will help the surveyor haul material when needed until another hand‑me‑down truck becomes available. Commissioners noted that disposing of the aging vehicle helps reduce maintenance burdens and keeps county equipment inventories current.
The sale matters to residents because it reflects ongoing efforts to manage county assets responsibly and ensure departments operate with safe, reliable machinery.