Casella Waitsfield Drop-Off | Recycling & Trash

Name: Casella Waste Systems
Address: 6911 Main St, Waitsfield, Waitsfield, VT, US
Telephone: +1 802-449-4097

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About This Location

Casella Waste Systems operates the Waitsfield Drop-Off — also known locally as Earthwise Transfer Station — at 6911 Main St in Waitsfield, Vermont, serving the Mad River Valley community. This public-access transfer station is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday for drop-off of household trash, commingled recycling (cardboard, paper, plastics, metal cans, and glass), food scraps, bulky items such as furniture and appliances, electronic waste, and yard waste. Construction and demolition debris, hazardous waste, scrap metal, and universal waste are not accepted at this location. Fees apply for some materials and are posted at the scale house. The facility lists access for local residents; a second Casella page also notes commercial customers are welcome — call ahead at (802) 496-2588 to confirm eligibility before your first visit.

What Casella Waste Systems – Waitsfield Drop-Off (Earthwise Transfer Station) Accepts

✓ Bulky Items (Includes furniture, appliances, mattresses, and carpet.)

✓ Electronic Waste (Includes TVs, monitors, computers, printers, and stereos.)

✓ Food Scraps (Includes fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, oils, coffee, and prepared foods.)

✓ Recycling (Includes flattened cardboard, paper, plastics, metal cans, and glass.)

✓ Trash (Household waste (municipal solid waste).)

✓ Yard Waste (Includes brush, leaves, and lawn clippings.)

✓ Used Crankcase Oil (Accepted for a fee of $5.00 per gallon per Mad River RMA guide.)

✓ Tires (auto) (Listed as acceptable waste by Wastebits/ANR profile and Mad River RMA guide; fee unknown — call ahead.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Tires · Yard Waste

What they do not accept

✕ Construction & Demolition Waste

✕ Hazardous Waste

✕ Scrap Metal

✕ Universal Waste

For materials not accepted here, contact your local municipality or check casella.com for the nearest facility that does accept them.

Fees

General drop-off (trash, bulky items, etc.) — Fees may apply depending on material type; fee schedule posted at the scale house. Call (802) 496-2588 for specifics.
Used Crankcase Oil — $5.00 per gallon

Access & restrictions

Casella's primary drop-off page lists this facility as 'Local Residents Only'; the transfer-station detail page states 'Open to Commercial Customers and Local Residents.' Call ahead at (802) 496-2588 to confirm eligibility for commercial or out-of-area visitors. · Walk-in (no appointment) · Two Casella pages give slightly different access descriptions (residents-only vs. commercial customers also welcome). Verify by phone before visiting if you are a commercial customer or non-local resident.

Programs & events

Food Scrap / Organics Diversion — Food scraps including meats, dairy, and prepared foods accepted, supporting Vermont's Universal Recycling Law composting goals.
Electronics (E-Waste) Drop-Off — TVs, monitors, computers, printers, and stereos accepted for proper recycling.
Mad River Valley Recycling — Earthwise/Casella Waitsfield is listed as the primary recyclables drop-off facility in the Mad River RMA A–Z community guide.
Central Vermont Solid Waste Management District (CVSWMD) Network — This facility is listed in the CVSWMD transfer station network serving the region, including neighboring Duxbury residents who lack their own station.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is allowed to use the Waitsfield drop-off?

Casella's drop-off page describes this location as 'Local Residents Only,' while the transfer station detail page also mentions commercial customers. To avoid confusion, call (802) 496-2588 before your first visit to confirm whether you qualify, especially if you are a commercial hauler or a resident of a neighboring town.

Is construction and demolition (C&D) debris accepted here?

No. C&D waste — including drywall, metal, shingles, clean wood, and concrete — is explicitly listed as NOT accepted at the Waitsfield drop-off. You will need to find an alternative Casella facility that accepts C&D materials.

Do they charge fees to drop off materials?

Yes, fees may be charged depending on the material type. Casella states that fee information is posted at the scale house and can also be provided by their customer care team at (802) 496-2588. Used crankcase oil, for example, is accepted at $5.00 per gallon per the Mad River RMA guide.

Can I drop off electronics (TVs, old computers) at this location?

Yes. Electronic waste including TVs, monitors, computers, printers, and stereos is listed as accepted at the Waitsfield drop-off. Fees for e-waste are not specified on the website — confirm costs by calling the facility.

Is the station open on holidays?

No. The Waitsfield transfer station is closed on major public holidays. For 2026, closures include New Year's Day (Jan 1), Memorial Day (May 25), Fourth of July (July 4), Labor Day (Sept 7), Thanksgiving (Nov 26), and Christmas (Dec 25). Normal hours resume the next business day.

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