Somerset County Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Bridgewater, New Jersey

📍 40 Polhemus Ln, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
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About This Location

The Somerset County Recycling Center at 40 Polhemus Lane in Bridgewater is the county's residents-only recycling drop-off, run by Somerset County Public Works. In addition to everyday recyclables, its popular First Saturday of the Month drop-off (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) accepts hard-to-recycle items such as scrap metal, tires, used motor oil and filters, antifreeze and microwave ovens. Proof of Somerset County residency is required, and no businesses or commercial vehicles are allowed. The service is free to county residents.

What Somerset County Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Newspaper, magazines, junk mail and mixed paper
✓ Corrugated cardboard and chipboard
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Aluminum, steel and bi-metal cans
✓ Plastic bottles and containers #1-#7
✓ Scrap metal (First Saturday drop-off.)
✓ Tires (Up to eight passenger tires, with or without rims. First Saturday drop-off.)
✓ Used motor oil and filters (First Saturday drop-off.)
✓ Antifreeze (First Saturday drop-off.)
✓ Microwave ovens (First Saturday drop-off.)

Related recycling guides: Tires · Appliances · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Materials from businesses / commercial vehicles

This is a residents-only program; commercial drop-offs and commercial vehicles are prohibited. Other household-hazardous and electronics items are handled through separate Somerset County events (verify schedule).

Fees

  • Drop-off for county residents

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Somerset County residents only. Proof of residency required (current driver's license, valid lease, tax bill or other bill with a Somerset County address). No businesses or commercial vehicles.

Programs & events

  • First Saturday of the Month Drop-off

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use the Somerset County Recycling Center?

Only Somerset County residents. You must show proof of residency such as a current driver's license, valid lease, or a tax or utility bill with a Somerset County address. Businesses and commercial vehicles are not allowed.

When is the Bridgewater recycling drop-off open?

The main public drop-off is the First Saturday of the Month event, held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 40 Polhemus Lane. Weekday access and other programs vary, so check the county schedule.

Can I drop off tires and scrap metal there?

Yes. The First Saturday drop-off accepts scrap metal and up to eight passenger tires (with or without rims), as well as used motor oil and filters, antifreeze and microwave ovens.

Is there a fee to recycle at the Somerset County center?

No. The First Saturday drop-off is free for Somerset County residents.

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Contact & Location

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40 Polhemus Ln, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
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Bridgewater, New Jersey

Opening Hours

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Saturday First Saturday of the month only: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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