Town of Essex Transfer Station & Recycling Center

Recycling center in Essex, CT

5 Dump Rd Essex CT 06426 USA

4 (8 reviews)

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Town of Essex Transfer Station & Recycling Center recycling center in Essex, CT - View of facility

About this center

The Town of Essex Transfer Station and Recycling Center is located on Dump Road in Essex, CT 06426, operated by the town's Public Works department. The facility accepts household garbage and recyclables from Essex residents and runs several drop-off programs including electronics, food scraps, textiles, and gas cylinders. A valid ID proving Essex residency is required to use the facility.

Materials accepted & services

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Services offered

Household trash disposal
Recycling drop-off
Free electronic waste disposal
Food scrap recycling
Textile recycling
Gas cylinder recycling
Household hazardous waste disposal (scheduled events)
Annual resident permits
Pre-paid punch card disposal

Areas served

Essex, CT

Frequently asked questions

What are the transfer station's hours?

The facility is open Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 am to 3 pm.

Do I need a permit to dispose of trash?

Yes. Residents must present either an annual permit (sticker) or a pre-paid punch card before disposing of household garbage. A valid ID proving Essex residency is also required. Annual permits cost $200 for residents and $150 for senior residents (65 and over). Punch cards allowing 10 bag disposals cost $30.

Where can I purchase a permit or punch card?

Punch cards are available at the transfer station by debit or credit card only — no cash accepted. Annual permits can be purchased at the Town Clerk's office at Essex Town Hall by cash or check.

What recycling programs are available?

The facility offers free electronic waste disposal, food scrap recycling, textile recycling, gas cylinder recycling, and participates in scheduled household hazardous waste collection events.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Mary Karg

4 years ago

Google review

We drove over to the Essex hazardous waste facility from Killingworth and when we arrived at 1:15 PM on Saturday Oct. 3rd. the facility was closed. This is after we had checked Google that indicated that it would be open until 3 PM. Please correct the incorrect information provided on the Google site. Albert Karg

Carlos Javier

a year ago

Google review

I'm certain it functions as expected. I note it's "very closed" on Wednesday not just "closed".

Dawn Tarbetsky

4 years ago

Google review

Excellent!!!! Fast organized and friendly. 👍👍👍

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