Recycling center in Derwood, MD

Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station

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Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station recycling center in Derwood, MD - View of facility

About this center

Maryland Environmental Service operates Montgomery County yard-trim composting and grinding operations. Residents can bring yard trim to the Montgomery County Grinding Operation within the Shady Grove Solid Waste Transfer Station Complex in Derwood; the material is shredded and transported to the composting facility, where it is processed into Leafgro soil amendment.

Materials accepted & services

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Additional materials details

Grinding operation within the Transfer Station complex. Materials are shredded and composted into Leafgro compost products. Weekly curbside yard trim collection also available countywide. Advanced processing techniques create high-quality compost for landscaping and gardening. Proof of Montgomery County residency required.

Services offered

  • Yard-trim drop-off for residents
  • Yard-trim grinding and shredding
  • Composting and Leafgro soil amendment production

Areas served

Montgomery County, MD

Pricing information

Yard waste under 500 lbs is free for Montgomery County residents. Heavier loads pay per ton per Transfer Station fee schedule. Curbside collection available weekly at no additional charge.

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Visitor questions

Where is the Montgomery County Grinding Operation?

It is located within the Shady Grove Solid Waste Transfer Station Complex in Derwood, Maryland.

What happens to yard trim delivered to the operation?

The yard trim is shredded and transported to the county composting facility, where it is composted into Leafgro soil amendment.

Is Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station open on Saturday?

Yes. Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station is open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Is Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station open on Sunday?

Yes. Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station is open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Sundays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Location & directions

Yard Trim Drop-off (Grinding Operation) - Shady Grove Transfer Station

Derwood, MD

39.118900°N, 77.165300°W

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