Recycling Centers in New Milford, CT
Find drop-off recycling locations in New Milford, Connecticut. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
New Milford has 2 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in New Milford: A Local Guide
New Milford, Connecticut residents have two distinct recycling and waste services to choose from, depending on whether they need curbside collection or a drive-up drop-off facility. Understanding the difference saves a wasted trip.
The New Milford Recycling Center at 18 Youngs Field Road is the town's municipal transfer station, operated by Three Veterans Recycling LLC. It accepts an unusually broad range of materials for a Connecticut facility: electronics (TVs, computers, phones — all free), clean mattresses (free), textiles, household hazardous waste, mixed recyclables, bulky furniture, and household garbage charged by the pound at $0.20/lb. Cardboard and e-waste are free. To use the facility, New Milford residents need an annual sticker permit ($25/year; the first sticker is free for seniors 65 and older). A one-day pass is available for $5. Hours are Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 7:15 AM–3:15 PM, Saturday 7:15 AM–3:00 PM, and Sunday 9:00 AM–3:00 PM; the facility is closed Monday and Wednesday.
The center also runs a bottle and can redemption program paying 10 cents per eligible container — one of the few drive-up redemption points in the area. Only containers purchased in Connecticut are eligible, and you must be a CT resident or property owner.
All American Waste at 182 Danbury Rd provides weekly curbside trash and single-stream recycling pickup for New Milford homeowners and businesses. Their AI-sorted Materials Recovery Facility accepts a wide range of plastics — including black take-out containers and cold cups — alongside glass, cans, cardboard, and paper. This is a subscription curbside service; there is no public drop-off window at the Danbury Road address. Call (800) 826-7952 to set up service and confirm your weekly pickup day.
For residents needing additional recycling resources, options are available in neighboring Danbury, Woodbury, Waterbury, and Torrington.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in New Milford
Do I need a permit to use the New Milford Recycling Center at Youngs Field Road?
Yes. New Milford residents must purchase an annual sticker ($25/year; free for the first sticker for seniors 65+). A one-day pass is $5. Proof of residency is required. The permit is obtained at the facility and affixed to your vehicle's windshield. Small businesses pay $50/year.
Can I drop off a TV or old computer for free in New Milford?
Yes — e-waste drop-off is free at the New Milford Recycling Center. Accepted electronics include TVs, computers, monitors, printers, DVD players, cell phones, tablets, cameras, and single-use batteries. Smoke detectors and hazardous liquids are not accepted.
How does All American Waste's recycling service in New Milford work?
All American Waste provides weekly curbside single-stream recycling — all recyclables go in one cart placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on your pickup day. They accept glass, cans, cardboard, paper, and a broad range of plastics. There is no public drive-up location; call (800) 826-7952 to enroll.
What are the fees to dispose of household garbage at the New Milford transfer station?
Household garbage is charged by weight at $0.20 per pound. Tires cost $10 each (up to 20"; $20 for 21–24"; add $5 with rims). Bulky construction material runs $100–$200 per cubic yard depending on weight. Cardboard, clean mattresses, and electronics are free.