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Essex Transfer Station
Essex Transfer Station is a transfer station in Middlesex County, CT, listed under Essex Village. It is privately operated. Private transfer stations generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris and scrap metal. It is one of 16 drop-off sites we list in Middlesex County.
| Address | Town Dump Road, Essex Village, CT 06426 Directions |
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| County | Middlesex County, CT |
| Phone | (860) 767-1926 |
| Website | essexct.gov |
| Hours | Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat: 7 am to 3 pm Check in with the attendant before dropping off. Located on Town Dump Road. |
| Fees |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Valid ID to prove town residence |
| Access | Run by a waste company, expect a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Scrap metal |
| Payment | check, card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: essexct.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Middlesex County
- Many Middlesex County towns run residents-only transfer stations that require a town permit or sticker, and several do not accept regular household trash (residents use a private hauler or bag stickers). Check your town's rules before you go. Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Check whether you need to book or register before your first visit.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Mon, Fri: 9 am to 1 pm …
- Lyme Transfer Station Transfer station
- Westbrook Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: 8 am to 4 pm Refrigerator: $10.00 per unitHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Tue-Fri: 7:30 am to 3:45 pm … Brush (no wood or limbs thicker than 4 in): $60/tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTires
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: 8 am to 4 pm Refrigerator: $10.00 per unitHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Mon: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm … Passenger tire: $2 eachHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Middlesex County
All 16 drop-off sites in Middlesex County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
Where is Essex Transfer Station?
Town Dump Road, Essex Village, CT 06426. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
What can I drop off at Essex Transfer Station?
Essex Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris and scrap metal.
Can non-residents use Essex Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Valid ID to prove town residence.
How much does it cost to dump at Essex Transfer Station?
Resident permit: $150.00; Senior (65+) permit: $100.00; Punch card (10 bags): $30.00. The town page shows no effective date; call the supervisor for current prices.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Essex Transfer Station open?
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat: 7 am to 3 pm. Check in with the attendant before dropping off. Located on Town Dump Road..
What other transfer stations are near Essex Transfer Station?
Old Saybrook Transfer Station in Old Saybrook (2.6 mi), Lyme Transfer Station in Deep River Center (4.5 mi) and Westbrook Transfer Station in Westbrook Center (5 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Essex Village?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Chester Transfer Station, about 6.4 miles away.
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