City of Helena Solid Waste Division - Recycling Center in Helena, MT
Recycling center in Helena, MT
City of Helena Solid Waste Division
1975 N Benton Ave Helena MT 59601 USA
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About this center
Materials accepted & services
Services offered
- Residential and commercial garbage collection
- Solid Waste Transfer Station disposal
- Transfer Station permitting
- Bulk Waste Collection truck pickup (scheduled in advance, fees apply)
- Roll-off container rental (delivered within City Limits)
- Recycling drop-off
- Appliance and freon appliance disposal
- Tire disposal
Areas served
Not accepted
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to use the Transfer Station?
No. Everyone is welcome to use the Transfer Station. Residents who pay Solid Waste Assessments are eligible for City or County permits, while other customers can pay with cash, check, credit card, or a commercial account. There is a $6.00 minimum (0 to 200 pounds) and the tipping fee is $56.75 per ton.
What are the disposal hours?
Disposal is open Monday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. All vehicles must be unloaded and out of the facility by 4:30 p.m. The administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Can I dispose of tires and appliances?
Most tires are accepted, but not those larger than 3 feet high or 18 inches wide. Appliances containing freon, such as refrigerators, can be disposed of at the Transfer Station. Fees apply; see the Allowable Waste page for details.
Can I schedule a pickup for large or bulk items?
Yes. You can request the Bulk Waste Collection Truck to pick up items you cannot bring to the Transfer Station, such as a couch. Pickups must be scheduled in advance and fees apply. Call 406-447-8082 option 2 to schedule.
Reviews & pricing
Wapiti Stalker
a year ago
Went two times and had the worst experience. Horrible customer service the gentleman in the main office bullied my wife and talked down to her which was so unprofessional. The City of Helena needs to train these people to have more manors and have more professionalism even if they are in the wrong. It’s a waste station not a 5 star business.
carl garcia
3 years ago
The employees especially Eric are awesome. I accidentally threw away my wifes medicine the night before got there first thing next morning and the crew searched the trash bags and found it for me. They went above and beyond. Greatly appreciated. Thank you
Donna Peel
8 years ago
We called the tramp truck to pick up a few things that wouldn't fit in our truck and didn't expect them to pick up the old fence wood we had stacked out back and thought we'd have to haul that ourselves but they cleaned it all up and it's wonderful. They did a great job!! Thank you Thank you Thank you
Location & directions
City of Helena Solid Waste Division
1975 N Benton Ave Helena MT 59601 USA
Helena, MT
46.603523°N, 112.037101°W
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