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Salem Transfer Station
You will find Salem Transfer Station in Salem, CT. It is a transfer station in New London County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. It is listed for household trash & bulky items. We list 23 other drop-off sites in New London County.
| Address | 189 Rattlesnake Ledge Road, Salem, CT 06420 Directions |
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| County | New London County, CT |
| Phone | (860) 859-2964 |
| Website | salemct.gov |
| Hours | Wed: 8 am to 4 pm Sat: 8 am to 4 pm Sun: 8 am to 4 pm Closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
| Operator | Town of Salem |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: salemct.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in New London County
- Most New London County transfer stations are for town residents only and require an annual windshield permit sticker or per-visit payment, with proof of residency such as a license and vehicle registration. Source
- Regional household hazardous waste collections run April through November at rotating locations (SCRRRA); check scrrra.org for dates. Source
Before you go
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Bozrah Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Wed: 8 am to 4 pm … Annual permit: $120.00 per vehicleHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Colchester Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm … Passenger tire: $2 eachHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- East Haddam Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed: 8 am to 4 pm … Annual permit: $120.00 per vehicleHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Hours: Mon: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm … Passenger tire: $2 eachHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in New London County
All 24 drop-off sites in New London County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
Where is Salem Transfer Station?
189 Rattlesnake Ledge Road, Salem, CT 06420. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Salem Transfer Station?
Salem Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items.
Is Salem Transfer Station open to the public?
Operated by a local government agency.
How much does it cost to dump at Salem Transfer Station?
Large green trash bags: $15 per roll; Small green trash bags: $7 per roll. Source checked October 2026.
When is Salem Transfer Station open?
Wed: 8 am to 4 pm; Sat: 8 am to 4 pm; Sun: 8 am to 4 pm. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday..
What other transfer stations are near Salem Transfer Station?
Bozrah Transfer Station in Montville Center (4.2 mi), Montville Transfer Station in Oakdale (6.5 mi) and Colchester Transfer Station in Colchester (7.1 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Salem?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Montville Transfer Station, about 6.5 miles away.
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