Pine Tree Corner Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Townsend, Delaware
About This Location
Pine Tree Corner Transfer Station is a Delaware Solid Waste Authority facility in Townsend accepting household trash, free single-stream recycling, yard waste, and white goods for New Castle County residents.
What this location Accepts
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What they do not accept
Fees
- Household trash — ~$85 per ton (approximately $0.043 per pound); weight-based, fees decrease per pound for larger loads
- Single-stream recyclables — Free for Delaware residents
- Motor oil and oil filters — Free
- Household batteries — Free
- Yard waste — Fee applies — weight-based
- Tires (up to 4 passenger-size) — Fee applies — contact DSWA for current rate
Programs & events
- Free Recycling Drop-Off — Single-stream recyclables accepted at no charge for Delaware residents — paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and containers, glass, and metal cans.
- Household Hazardous Waste Events — DSWA conducts scheduled HHW collection events for electronics, paint, and hazardous materials. Check dswa.com for upcoming event dates.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recycling free at Pine Tree Corner Transfer Station?
Yes — single-stream recycling (paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, cans), motor oil, oil filters, and household batteries are all accepted <strong>free of charge</strong> for Delaware residents. Trash disposal is charged by weight.
Can I bring yard waste from my New Castle County home?
Yes, but yard waste must be <strong>loose</strong> — bags are not accepted and must be emptied before deposit. Yard waste must be kept separate from household trash. A fee applies (weight-based).
Does Pine Tree Corner accept refrigerators and air conditioners?
Yes — white goods including refrigerators and air conditioners are accepted after their refrigerants have been safely removed. DSWA staff handle refrigerant removal procedures on-site.
Can I bring waste generated in Maryland or Pennsylvania?
No. DSWA's Pine Tree Corner Transfer Station accepts only waste generated within Delaware. Out-of-state material is prohibited.
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