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Shelton Transfer Station
Shelton Transfer Station is a transfer station in Fairfield County, CT, listed under Shelton. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Fairfield County has 36 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 866 River Rd, Shelton, CT 06484 Directions |
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| County | Fairfield County, CT |
| Phone | (203) 926-9046 |
| Website | shelton-ct.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7 am to 1:30 pm Closed Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day |
| Fees |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: CT driver's license, or Shelton tax/utility bill with matching name plus photo ID |
| Access | Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, batteries, paint |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: shelton-ct.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Fairfield County
- Fairfield County has no county government; each town runs its own transfer station, generally resident-only with a town permit or sticker. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Some private sites only serve contractors and haulers; check first.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Milford Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm … Bulky trash: $0.15 per poundHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Derby Transfer Station Transfer station
- Ansonia Transfer Station Transfer station
- Bridgeport Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm … Bulky trash: $0.15 per poundHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 7 am to 3 pm Bulky waste: free with permitHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
More in Fairfield County
All 36 drop-off sites in Fairfield County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shelton Transfer Station?
866 River Rd, Shelton, CT 06484. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at Shelton Transfer Station?
Shelton Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: hazardous waste.
Can non-residents use Shelton Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: CT driver's license, or Shelton tax/utility bill with matching name plus photo ID.
How much does it cost to dump at Shelton Transfer Station?
Construction debris dump ticket, minivan/pickup up to 6 ft bed: $30; Trailer/van/pickup up to 8 ft bed: $45; Trailer 8-12 ft / mason dump / box truck up to 10 ft: $60; Box truck up to 16 ft: $80. Dump tickets bought at DPW, 41 Myrtle St (cash or check); no fees listed for household trash or bulky items; no effective date. Source checked October 2026.
When is Shelton Transfer Station open?
Mon-Sat: 7 am to 1:30 pm. Closed Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day.
What other transfer stations are near Shelton Transfer Station?
Milford Transfer Station in Milford (1.7 mi), Orange Transfer Station in Orange (3.8 mi) and Derby Transfer Station in Derby (4.9 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Shelton?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Orange Transfer Station, about 3.8 miles away.
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