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Portland Recycling Center
Transfer stationPortland, Middlesex County, Connecticut
About this transfer station
Portland Recycling Center is a transfer station in Portland, Middlesex County, Connecticut. It is operated by Town of Portland. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
Full checklist: what to know before going to the dump →
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Portland Recycling Center?
We have not verified hours for this transfer station yet. Most transfer stations open weekday mornings and many keep limited Saturday hours. Call the facility or check the operator website before you go.
How much does it cost to dump at Portland Recycling Center?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Portland Recycling Center if I don't live in Middlesex County?
Privately run facilities usually accept anyone who pays the gate fee, but some only take commercial haulers. Confirm by phone that they accept public self-haul.
What is the closest other dump to Portland Recycling Center?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Town of Glastonbury Bulky Waste Facility (transfer station), about 4.4 miles away in Middlesex County, CT.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Glastonbury Bulky Waste Facility Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 4.4 mi |
| Rocky Hill Waste Transfer Station Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 5.3 mi |
| Cromwell Transfer Station Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 5.5 mi |
| East Hampton Transfer Station Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 6.8 mi |
| Middlefield & Durham Transfer Station Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 6.9 mi |
| Town of Haddam Transfer Station Middlesex County, CT | Transfer station | 7.3 mi |