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Watertown Transfer Station
Watertown Transfer Station is a transfer station in Litchfield County, CT, listed under Watertown. 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, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, scrap metal and mattresses. It is one of 23 drop-off sites we list in Litchfield County.
| Address | 89 Old Baird Road, Watertown, CT 06795 Directions |
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| County | Litchfield County, CT |
| Phone | (860) 945-5240 |
| Website | watertownct.org |
| Hours | Wed: 8 am to 3 pm Thu: 8 am to 3 pm Sat: 8 am to 2 pm Closed Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. 2026 holiday closures: July 4, Nov 11, Nov 26 and Dec 24. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Proof of residency to buy the annual permit |
| Access | Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Scrap metal, Mattresses, paint, batteries, motor oil |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste |
| Payment | card, cash, check |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: watertownct.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Litchfield County
- Litchfield County towns run their own transfer stations or recycling centers, and most require a resident permit or sticker with proof of residency. Check your town's rules before you go. Source
- Watertown does not offer curbside pickup for bulky items; residents can use permitted private haulers. Source
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Liquids, paint and chemicals usually go to a hazardous waste site, not the dump.
- Ask on the phone whether they take small loads from individuals.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Thomaston Transfer Station Transfer station
- Middlebury Transfer Station Transfer station
- Waterbury Transfer Station Transfer station
- Wolcott Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Canton Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous waste
More in Litchfield County
All 23 drop-off sites in Litchfield County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
Where is Watertown Transfer Station?
89 Old Baird Road, Watertown, CT 06795. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Watertown Transfer Station?
Watertown Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, scrap metal and mattresses. Not accepted: hazardous waste.
Can non-residents use Watertown Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Proof of residency to buy the annual permit.
How much does it cost to dump at Watertown Transfer Station?
Annual permit (with proof of residency): $25. The town page also shows the permit as $20 in one place; the amount for household garbage, brush and bulky items is in the town's fee schedule PDF. Permits are valid for the calendar year.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Watertown Transfer Station open?
Wed: 8 am to 3 pm; Thu: 8 am to 3 pm; Sat: 8 am to 2 pm. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. 2026 holiday closures: July 4, Nov 11, Nov 26 and Dec 24..
What other transfer stations are near Watertown Transfer Station?
Thomaston Transfer Station in Thomaston (3.3 mi), Middlebury Transfer Station in Middlebury (4.3 mi) and Waterbury Transfer Station in Waterbury (4.6 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Watertown?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Plymouth Transfer Station, about 6.2 miles away.
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