Chelsea Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Washington, Vermont
About This Location
The Chelsea Transfer Station at 72 Washington Turnpike is a town-run Saturday drop-off managed by the Town of Chelsea. It is open one morning a week, Saturdays 8:00 AM to 1:45 PM, with a cold-weather note that if it drops below -20F the station opens later. Since January 1, 2024, cash is no longer accepted: trash disposal runs on pre-purchased punch cards and recycling requires an annual sticker.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Yard Waste
Fees
- Trash punch card — $30 for 10 $3 punches; $50 for 10 $5 punches; $100 for 20 $5 punches
- Annual recycling sticker — $50 per year (renews January 1)
- Large items (construction trailer) — Per posted fee schedule effective April 16, 2025
Access & restrictions
residents using town punch cards / recycling sticker · Cash is not accepted as of January 1, 2024. If the temperature is below -20F the station opens at 10 AM.
Programs & events
- Food scrap drop-off — Food-scrap collection offered in line with Vermont's Act 148 composting requirement.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Chelsea Transfer Station open?
It is open Saturdays only, 8:00 AM to 1:45 PM. If the temperature is below -20F, opening is delayed to 10:00 AM. It is closed the rest of the week.
Does the Chelsea Transfer Station take cash?
No. As of January 1, 2024, cash is no longer accepted. You must buy punch cards in advance at the Town Clerk's office or at Will's store to pay for trash disposal.
What do I need to recycle at the Chelsea Transfer Station?
Recycling requires an annual recycling sticker, which costs $50 per year and renews on January 1. Show the sticker to use the recycling service; yard waste is accepted at no charge.
Is food-scrap drop-off available in Chelsea?
Yes. Food scraps are accepted here, which supports Vermont's Act 148 universal recycling law banning food scraps from the trash. Keep food scraps separated when you arrive.
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