Ossipee Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Center Ossipee, New Hampshire

📍 41 Chickville Rd, Center Ossipee, NH 03814
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About This Location

The Ossipee Recycling Center (Ossipee Transfer Station) sits at 41 Chickville Road in Center Ossipee and serves as Carroll County's municipal drop-off point for Town of Ossipee residents and permitted commercial haulers. The facility is open four days a week — Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM — and is closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. It handles a broad range of separated materials including recyclables, scrap metal, e-waste, bulky items, tires, and yard waste. A facility permit (windshield sticker) is required for entry and can be purchased at the Selectmen's Office, Town Clerk's Office, or at the Recycling Center itself; the current sticker is $40 and valid through 12/31/2026. All waste must originate within the Town of Ossipee, and materials must be separated before drop-off — mixed, unseparated loads are not accepted.

What Ossipee Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans (No fee (residential). Place in marked container.)
✓ Cardboard (Non-waxed corrugated only; broken down, no inserts. No fee (residential).)
✓ Glass (Clean and broken glass; no metal, plastic, or wood. No fee (residential).)
✓ Plastics #1 and #2 (Beverage and detergent bottles. No fee (residential).)
✓ Paper and magazines (Magazines, glossy paper, soft-cover books, single-wall cardboard. No fee (residential).)
✓ Scrap metal (Clean metal, pipe, wire, iron, brass, copper, aluminum frames, metal furniture, empty paint cans (lid removed), limited auto parts. No fee (residential).)
✓ Batteries – dry cell and wet cell (automotive/marine) (No fee (residential). Wet cell placed upright on pallet.)
✓ Fluorescent bulbs (Any type; no fee for residential. Not accepted from commercial customers.)
✓ CFC appliances (refrigerators, freezers, A/C, dehumidifiers) (Doors must be removed. Fee applies — see fees.)
✓ E-waste (computer towers, monitors, laptops, microwaves) (Fee applies — see fees.)
✓ Propane tanks (Full or empty; residential only, not accepted from commercial. Fee applies.)
✓ Tires (Automobile, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle tires; rim must be removed. Fee by diameter.)
✓ Furniture and bulky waste (Mattresses, box springs, chairs, rugs, couches. Fee applies.)
✓ Lawn and yard waste; tree limbs and brush (No fee for residential. Limbs under 8 ft long / 5 in diameter. No plastic bags.)
✓ Household hazardous waste (HHW) (Oil-based paint, pesticides, caustics, mercury, thermostats — accepted on designated HHW Day only.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Household Hazardous Waste · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic

What they do not accept

✕ Asbestos
✕ Non-Ossipee waste (must originate within the Town of Ossipee)
✕ Unseparated / mixed loads
✕ Masonry, stumps, and soil
✕ HHW outside scheduled HHW Day

Fluorescent bulbs and propane tanks are not accepted from commercial customers. All waste must originate within the Town of Ossipee and be separated by category before drop-off.

Fees

  • Facility permit sticker — $40 per 2-year sticker, valid through 12/31/2026; required for all users.
  • CFC appliances — $10 per item (residential); $15 per item (commercial).
  • E-waste (towers, monitors, laptops, microwaves) — $5 per item.
  • Furniture / bulky waste — $10 per item; large furniture (couches, sectionals, love seats) $15 per item.
  • Propane tanks (residential only) — $2 per tank (30 lb $5).
  • Tires — $3 per tire up to 18"; $10 per tire 18"–35"; $50 per tire over 35" (rim removed).
  • Construction debris — $220 per ton.

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · Use is restricted to Town of Ossipee residents and permitted commercial haulers; all waste must originate within the Town of Ossipee. A facility permit (windshield sticker) is required — $40 for a 2-year period, valid through 12/31/2026 — available at the Selectmen's Office, Town Clerk's Office, or the Recycling Center. Materials must be separated before arrival.

Programs & events

  • HHW Day — Household hazardous waste (oil-based paint, pesticides, caustics, mercury, thermostats) is accepted only on the facility's designated HHW Day, not during regular hours.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What days and hours is the Ossipee Recycling Center open?

It is open four days a week — Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM — and is closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, per the official Town of Ossipee Transfer Station page.

Do I need a permit, and how much does it cost?

Yes. A facility permit (windshield sticker) is required for all users. The current sticker is $40 for a two-year period and is valid through December 31, 2026. Buy it at the Selectmen's Office, Town Clerk's Office, or the Recycling Center.

Who is allowed to use the facility?

Use is restricted to Town of Ossipee residents and permitted commercial haulers. All waste must originate within the Town of Ossipee; out-of-town waste is prohibited.

How much does it cost to drop off tires?

Tire fees are based on outer diameter: $3 per tire up to 18", $10 per tire from 18"–35", and $50 per tire over 35". The rim must be removed before drop-off.

Can I drop off household hazardous waste any day?

No. HHW such as oil-based paint, pesticides, caustics, and mercury is only accepted on the facility's designated HHW Day, not during regular operating hours.

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

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Contact & Location

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Address
41 Chickville Rd, Center Ossipee, NH 03814
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Website
ossipee.org
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City / State
Center Ossipee, New Hampshire

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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