Mid Maine Solid Waste Association
Recycling Center in Dexter, Maine
About This Location
The Mid-Maine Solid Waste Association runs the transfer station and recycling center serving Dexter and seven neighboring towns — Cambridge, Corinna, Exeter, Guilford, Ripley, Sangerville and St. Albans. Recycling here is mandatory, and a $5 transfer-station permit sticker (sold at your town office or the station) is required to use the facility. Beyond everyday recyclables, the site takes tires, CFC-containing appliances, electronics, mattresses, furniture and construction debris for per-item fees, while residential lamps and mercury-containing devices are accepted free. It is open Monday through Thursday and Saturday, and closed Fridays and Sundays.
What Mid Maine Solid Waste Association Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses
What they do not accept
No verified list of prohibited items was published; contact the recycling center at (207) 924-5917 to confirm before hauling unusual materials.
Fees
- Transfer station permit sticker — $5.00 (required to use the facility; sold at town office or the station)
- Passenger tires — $3.00 – $4.00 each
- Truck / tractor-trailer tires — $25.00 – $30.00 each
- Refrigerators / freezers / AC units — $15.00
- Mattresses / box springs — $10.00
- Sofas — $10.00 – $20.00
- Recliners / chairs — $5.00
- Computer monitors / TVs — $5.00
- Construction debris — $65 – $150 per ton (varies by type)
- Residential lamps and mercury devices — Free
Access & restrictions
Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · A valid $5 transfer-station permit/sticker is required; the facility serves residents of the member towns (Cambridge, Corinna, Dexter, Exeter, Guilford, Ripley, Sangerville, St. Albans).
Programs & events
- Mandatory recycling program — Recycling is required of all users; a detailed list of recyclable materials is maintained by the association.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to use the Mid-Maine Solid Waste facility?
Yes. A valid $5 transfer-station permit/sticker is required. You can buy it at your town office or at the transfer station itself.
What days is Mid-Maine Solid Waste Association open?
It is open Monday through Thursday and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is closed Fridays, Sundays and some holidays.
What does it cost to drop off a tire or appliance?
As of the February 2026 fee schedule, passenger tires are $3-$4 each, refrigerators/freezers/AC units are $15, mattresses $10, and TVs or computer monitors $5. Residential lamps and mercury-containing devices are free.
Which towns does the association serve?
It serves Cambridge, Corinna, Dexter, Exeter, Guilford, Ripley, Sangerville and St. Albans. Recycling is mandatory for users.
Can I drop off electronics and old TVs here?
Yes. Computer monitors and TVs are accepted for a $5 per-item fee. Call the recycling center at (207) 924-5917 to confirm current e-waste handling.
Last verified: November 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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