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About This Location

Milford Transfer Station (DSWA) — Milford, Delaware

What this location Accepts

✓ Residential solid waste (household trash)
✓ Single-stream recyclables — mixed paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and metals (free drop-off)
✓ White goods / appliances (refrigerators, air conditioners, washers, dryers) with refrigerant removal
✓ Passenger tires (up to 4 per load)
✓ Yard waste — grass, leaves, branches, shrubs (must be separated from trash)
✓ Used motor oil (free drop-off)
✓ Motor oil filters (free drop-off)
✓ Household batteries (free drop-off)
✓ Styrofoam — clean foam cups, plates, egg cartons, takeout containers, and protective packaging (free; only DSWA location with this service)

Related recycling guides: Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Out-of-state waste (Delaware-generated waste only)
✕ Construction and demolition debris from contractors or double-axle trailers (must go directly to DSWA landfill)
✕ More than 4 tires per load
✕ Hazardous household waste (HHW — contact DSWA for collection events)

Fees

  • Residential trash disposal — Call or visit dswa.com for current rate schedule
  • Single-stream recycling drop-off — Free
  • Used motor oil, oil filters, household batteries, Styrofoam drop-off — Free

Access & restrictions

Yard waste must be separated from trash. Contractors with C&D debris must use a DSWA landfill directly.

Programs & events

  • Styrofoam Recycling — Milford is the only DSWA transfer station that accepts clean Styrofoam including cups, plates, egg cartons, takeout containers, and protective foam packaging.
  • White Goods Disposal — Refrigerant-containing appliances (refrigerators, AC units) are accepted and handled with safe refrigerant removal.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recycle Styrofoam at the DSWA Milford Transfer Station?

Yes. Milford is the only DSWA transfer station in Delaware that accepts Styrofoam for recycling. Clean foam cups, plates, egg cartons, takeout containers, and protective packaging are all accepted at no charge. Soiled or contaminated foam is not accepted.

What are the hours for the DSWA Milford Transfer Station?

The Milford Transfer Station at 1170 S. DuPont Boulevard is open Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays. Confirm holiday hours by calling 1-800-404-7080.

Can out-of-state residents use the Milford Transfer Station?

No. DSWA facilities only accept waste generated within Delaware. Out-of-state waste is not accepted at any DSWA location, including the Milford Transfer Station.

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Contact & Location

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1170 S Dupont Blvd, Milford, DE 19963
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City / State
Milford, Delaware

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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