Recycling Centers in Bridgewater, NJ
Find drop-off recycling locations in Bridgewater, New Jersey. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Bridgewater, New Jersey can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Bridgewater: A Local Guide
Bridgewater Township in Somerset County, New Jersey is home to two county-run recycling facilities operated by Somerset County Public Works. Both serve Somerset County residents only — proof of county residency is required at each visit, and no businesses or commercial vehicles are permitted.
The North County Public Works Facility at 411 Chimney Rock Road (Building B, north of Route 22) is Somerset County's dedicated weekday electronics drop-off. Open Monday through Friday 7:30 AM–3:00 PM, it accepts a comprehensive range of e-waste free of charge: computers, monitors, televisions, printers, scanners, copiers, phones, cameras, DVD players, cables, circuit boards, and more. One firm restriction: no batteries of any kind are accepted here. No appointment is needed; call (908) 231-7109 with questions.
The Somerset County Recycling Center at 40 Polhemus Lane is the county's drop-off for the First Saturday of the Month event, held 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. In addition to standard recyclables (paper, cardboard, glass, cans, and plastics #1–#7), the First Saturday program takes hard-to-recycle items including scrap metal, up to eight passenger tires (with or without rims), used motor oil and filters, antifreeze, and microwave ovens. The service is free for county residents. Call (732) 469-3363 for scheduling details.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Bridgewater
What is the difference between the two Somerset County recycling sites in Bridgewater?
They serve different purposes. The 411 Chimney Rock Road site (Building B) is a weekday-only e-waste drop-off for electronics, open Monday through Friday 7:30 AM–3:00 PM. The 40 Polhemus Lane site holds the First Saturday of the Month event (8 AM–2 PM) for scrap metal, tires, motor oil, antifreeze, microwaves, and standard curbside recyclables.
Can I drop off tires or scrap metal at the Chimney Rock Road e-waste site?
No. Tires, scrap metal, and motor oil belong at the First Saturday drop-off at 40 Polhemus Lane, not at 411 Chimney Rock Road. The Chimney Rock Road site accepts electronics only.
Are batteries accepted at either Bridgewater recycling location?
No batteries are accepted at the 411 Chimney Rock Road e-waste drop-off. For lithium and rechargeable batteries, Somerset County holds separate Household Hazardous Waste events — check the county's current schedule at somersetcountynj.gov.
Do I need proof of residency to use either site?
Yes. Both facilities are open to Somerset County residents only. You must bring a current driver's license, valid lease, tax bill, or other bill showing a Somerset County address. Businesses and commercial vehicles are not permitted at either location.