LandfillVerified October 2026
RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill
RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill is a landfill in Providence County, RI, listed under Johnston. It is privately operated. Private landfills generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. Providence County has 32 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 65 Shun Pike, Johnston, RI 02919 Directions |
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| County | Providence County, RI |
| Phone | (401) 942-1430 |
| Website | rirrc.org |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 6 am to 3:45 pm Sat: 6 am to 12 pm Closed on holidays. All customers must wear a high-visibility vest on site. The site lists its mailing/office address as 34 Shun Pike. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Privately owned, fees at the scale house |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Electronics, Tires, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Payment | cash, card |
| Operator | Rhode Island Resource Recovery |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: rirrc.org, rirrc.org, rirrc.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Providence County
- Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corp (RIRRC) Eco-Depot household hazardous waste events are free for RI residents, by appointment only, and you stay in your vehicle. You certify the waste came from a RI household. Source
- At the Central Landfill, a Johnston resident with a town-issued permit can dispose of up to 1 ton of solid waste for $0 (FY27 fee schedule effective July 1, 2026). Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Most dumps turn away hazardous waste, so keep paint and chemicals out of the load.
- Some private sites only serve contractors and haulers; check first.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other landfills nearby
- Central LF Landfill
- Final Gift USA LLC Landfill
- Middleborough Landfill Landfill
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 12 pm … Dump pass (4 trips): $40Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
More in Providence County
All 32 drop-off sites in Providence County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Scrap metal · Rhode Island
Frequently asked questions
Where is RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill?
65 Shun Pike, Johnston, RI 02919. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill?
RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses.
Is RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill open to the public?
Privately owned, fees at the scale house; we have not confirmed residency rules yet.
How much does it cost to dump at RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill?
Solid waste, Johnston resident with town-issued permit (up to 1 ton): $0; Tires - Car: $8 each; Mattresses / box springs for recycling, up to 3 units per day: $0; Mattresses / box springs, quantities above the first 3 units: $70 each. Fee schedule FY27 effective July 1, 2026. General public per-ton and minimum rates are not shown in the schedule.. Source checked October 2026.
When is RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill open?
Mon-Fri: 6 am to 3:45 pm; Sat: 6 am to 12 pm. Closed on holidays. All customers must wear a high-visibility vest on site. The site lists its mailing/office address as 34 Shun Pike..
What other landfills are near RI Resource Recovery Corp. Central Landfill?
Central LF in Johnston (1.4 mi), Final Gift USA LLC in Middleborough (35 mi) and Middleborough Landfill in Middleborough (37 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Johnston?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is RIRRC Eco-Depot household hazardous waste events, about < 1 miles away.
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