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About This Location

Pawtucket's municipal transfer station at 240 Grotto Ave accepts household trash, recyclables, and bulky items — residents only, valid Pawtucket ID required.

What this location Accepts

✓ Household trash (small loads)
✓ Corrugated cardboard
✓ White metal / appliances
✓ Air conditioners
✓ Recyclable mattresses and box springs (limit 3)
✓ Tires (up to 4, off-rim, 20" or smaller)
✓ Motor oil (up to 8 quarts / 2 gallons)
✓ Propane tanks (16–20 lb.)
✓ Yard waste (up to 3 bags/bundles/barrels)

Related recycling guides: Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Yard Waste · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Commercial waste
✕ Construction / demolition debris
✕ Contaminated cardboard

Fees

  • Household trash (pickup/van/SUV) — $10
  • Household trash (small car, up to 3 bags) — Free
  • Rugs — $10 each
  • Non-recyclable mattresses — $25 each
  • Propane tanks (1 lb.) — $2 each
  • Propane tanks (other sizes) — $20
  • Oversized or on-rim tires — $15 each

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Pawtucket resident to use the transfer station?

Yes — a valid photo ID showing a Pawtucket address is required at the gate, no exceptions. Commercial haulers and out-of-city residents are not admitted.

Is trash drop-off free?

Residents arriving in a standard car with up to 3 bags or 15 gallons of trash pay nothing. Pickups, vans, and SUVs are charged $10 per visit.

Can I drop off a mattress?

Recyclable mattresses and box springs are accepted free of charge (limit 3 pieces per visit). Non-recyclable mattresses cost $25 each.

What payment methods are accepted at the gate?

The station is cash-only on site. You can pay by credit card in advance through the city's online portal at pawtucketri.viewpointcloud.com.

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Contact & Location

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Address
240 Grotto Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860
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City / State
Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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