White Earth Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Waubun, Minnesota
About This Location
White Earth Transfer Station is operated by White Earth Enterprise's sanitation division on US-59 in Waubun, on the White Earth Reservation. In addition to residential trash and recycling routes, it offers drop-off recycling for commingled containers, cardboard, and a range of special wastes. White Earth Sanitation has run since 1994 and accepts batteries, fluorescent bulbs, motor oil, antifreeze, paint, and electronics including TVs and monitors. Recyclables should be rinsed clean and cardboard broken down.
What White Earth Transfer Station Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil
What they do not accept
Recyclables must be rinsed clean to avoid contamination.
Fees
- Some special-waste items (e.g. electronics) — Small fee (amount not listed)
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Operated by White Earth Enterprise on the White Earth Reservation; serves residential routes and self-haulers. Specific public drop-off access rules for non-reservation residents not stated.
Programs & events
- Curbside trash and recycling routes
- Special-waste recycling
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I recycle at White Earth Transfer Station?
White Earth Sanitation accepts commingled recycling (plastics #1-2, glass and aluminum cans), cardboard, and a range of special wastes including batteries, fluorescent bulbs, motor oil, antifreeze, paint and electronics. Rinse containers clean and break down cardboard boxes.
Does White Earth Transfer Station take TVs and electronics?
Yes. Electronics including TVs, monitors and other e-waste are accepted as special waste. Some items carry a small fee, so call 218-473-3222 to confirm current charges before hauling.
Can I recycle styrofoam here?
The posted list covers plastics #1-2, glass, aluminum cans and cardboard. Styrofoam is not listed among accepted materials, so plan to keep foam out of your recycling. Contact the station to confirm before dropping it off.
Do they take batteries, including cell phones?
Yes. White Earth Sanitation accepts all types of batteries, including cell phones, as part of its special-waste recycling.
Who operates White Earth Transfer Station?
It is run by White Earth Enterprise's sanitation division on the White Earth Reservation, serving the community since 1994 with both residential collection routes and drop-off recycling.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.