Chelmsford Recycles

Recycling Center in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

📍 9 Alpha Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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About This Location

Chelmsford Recycles is the Town of Chelmsford's recycling program, based at the Department of Public Works at 9 Alpha Road. This is where residents pick up free recycling stickers and recycling bins and drop off single-stream recycling, and the town runs curbside collection, household hazardous waste events and seasonal programs. The DPW yard at 9 Alpha Road is a municipal operation, not a public commercial recycling buyer.

What Chelmsford Recycles Accepts

✓ Single-stream recycling drop-off (Containers must not exceed 100 pounds or 96 gallons each and should be labeled 'recycling')
✓ Recycling stickers and recycling bins (pickup by residents) (Free stickers available at the DPW (9 Alpha Road) or Town Hall)

What they do not accept

The 9 Alpha Road DPW location handles single-stream recycling drop-off and sticker/bin pickup; household hazardous waste is only taken at scheduled HHW events, not as a daily drop-off. Confirm with the DPW before bringing bulky items or trash.

Fees

  • Recycling sticker — Free

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · The 9 Alpha Road DPW serves Chelmsford residents; free recycling stickers are issued here or at Town Hall. Drop-off recycling containers must not exceed 100 lb or 96 gallons and must be labeled 'recycling'.

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events — The town holds scheduled HHW drop-off days (for example, Saturday April 25, 2026, 9 AM-1 PM); residents pre-register / check dates on the town calendar.
  • Town-Wide Cleanup — A community cleanup event organized through the Chelmsford Recycling program.
  • Chelmsford Recycle app — A mobile app with the collection schedule and a 'what goes where' recycling search for residents.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I get a Chelmsford recycling sticker?

Free recycling stickers are available at the DPW, 9 Alpha Road, or at Town Hall.

What are the DPW drop-off hours at 9 Alpha Road?

The DPW is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7:30 AM-4 PM, Tuesday 7:30 AM-7 PM and Friday 7:30 AM-12 PM. It is closed weekends.

Can I drop off single-stream recycling at 9 Alpha Road?

Yes. Residents can drop off unlimited single-stream recycling in containers not exceeding 100 pounds or 96 gallons, labeled as recycling.

How do I dispose of household hazardous waste in Chelmsford?

HHW is collected at scheduled town drop-off events rather than daily; check the town's Household Hazardous Waste page for the next date.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Recycling Centers Near Chelmsford

Contact & Location

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9 Alpha Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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City / State
Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM-7 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-4 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-12 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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