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Athol Transfer Station
Athol Transfer Station is a transfer station in Worcester County, MA, listed under Athol. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items. Worcester County has 74 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | West Royalston Rd, Athol, MA 01331 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Worcester County, MA |
| Phone | (978) 249-9551 |
| Website | athol-ma.gov |
| Hours | Tue: 8 am to 3 pm Wed: 8 am to 4:30 pm Thu-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm Sunday and Monday not listed. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: athol-ma.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Worcester County
- Most Worcester County transfer stations are town-run and open to residents only with an annual sticker or permit; many require official pay-as-you-throw bags. Source
- Worcester city residents with proof of residency can bring bulk waste by appointment to the Residential Drop-Off Center at 1065 Millbury St; household hazardous waste only on scheduled appointment days, about four free events a year. Source
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Royalston Transfer Station Transfer station
- Orange Recycling and Transfer Facility Transfer station
- Phillipston Transfer Station Transfer station
- Warwick Transfer Station Transfer station
- Winchendon Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat: 8 am to 2 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
- Windham SWMD Transfer Station, Med. Compost & Hw D Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Athol Transfer Station?
West Royalston Rd, Athol, MA 01331. Directions open in Google Maps on your phone or computer.
What can I drop off at Athol Transfer Station?
Athol Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items.
Is Athol Transfer Station open to the public?
Public drop-off run by a city, county or district; we have not confirmed residency rules yet.
How much does it cost to dump at Athol Transfer Station?
Residential annual sticker: $65; Residential second vehicle sticker: $15; Non-resident sticker: $70. Stickers shown expire June 30, 2024; page is out of date, confirm current prices.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Athol Transfer Station open?
Tue: 8 am to 3 pm; Wed: 8 am to 4:30 pm; Thu-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm. Sunday and Monday not listed..
What other transfer stations are near Athol Transfer Station?
Royalston Transfer Station in Royalston (4 mi), Orange Recycling and Transfer Facility in Orange (4.3 mi) and Phillipston Transfer Station in Phillipston (7 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Athol?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Amherst Transfer Station, about 23 miles away.
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