Hamden Town Transfer Station

Recycling Center in New Haven, Connecticut

📍 231 Wintergreen Ave, New Haven, CT 06515
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About This Location

Hamden Town Transfer Station – Recycling & Waste Drop-Off in Hamden, CT

What this location Accepts

✓ Household refuse and bulky solid waste
✓ Curbside recyclables (sorted — bottles, cans, cardboard, paper)
✓ Yard waste (leaves, brush)
✓ Electronics (e-waste)
✓ Furniture and household furnishings
✓ Scrap metal and empty paint cans
✓ Appliances
✓ Mattresses (recycled)
✓ Tires (up to 4 per household per year)
✓ Waste motor oil
✓ Latex paint (empty cans with metal)
✓ Light bulbs (fluorescent, CFL)
✓ Limited remodeling or construction debris (staff determines acceptable quantity)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Yard Waste · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Household hazardous waste beyond the listed exceptions
✕ More than 4 tires per household per year
✕ Commercially hauled waste
✕ Cash payment (card only at exit kiosk)

Fees

  • Solid and bulky waste: 1–40 lbs free; 41–200 lbs at $0.06/lb; over 200 lbs at $0.10/lb
  • Organic/yard waste: 1–200 lbs free; over 200 lbs at $0.06/lb

Programs & events

  • Electronics recycling (e-waste drop-off)
  • Mattress recycling
  • Waste motor oil collection
  • Leaf and brush collection

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Hamden resident to use the Transfer Station?

Hamden residents must present a valid driver's license showing a Hamden address (or a utility bill if newly moved). Non-residents may also use the facility and pay the same weight-based fees. All users need a currently registered vehicle and a credit or debit card.

How much does it cost to drop off a sofa or large furniture at Hamden Transfer Station?

Bulky items are weighed at the scale. The first 40 pounds are free; after that, solid waste costs $0.06 per pound up to 200 lbs, then $0.10 per pound above 200 lbs. A typical sofa might weigh 75–150 lbs, putting the cost at roughly $2–$7. Payment is by card only at the exit kiosk.

Can I drop off an old TV or computer at the Hamden Transfer Station?

Yes. Electronics (e-waste) are accepted for recycling. There is no specific fee listed for electronics beyond the standard weight-based schedule. Bring your item during regular weekday hours (7:30–11:30 AM or 12:30–3 PM).

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Contact & Location

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Address
231 Wintergreen Ave, New Haven, CT 06515
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Website
hamden.com
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City / State
New Haven, Connecticut

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM–11:30 AM, 12:30 PM–3:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–11:45 AM (first Saturday of each month only)
Sunday Closed

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