Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Kent County Recycling Facility
Kent County Recycling Facility is a transfer station in Grand Rapids, MI, in Kent County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items and scrap metal. It is one of 34 drop-off sites we list in Kent County.
| Address | 977 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Directions |
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| County | Kent County, MI |
| Phone | (616) 632-7920 |
| Website | kentcountymi.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Drop-off station hours; sorting and processing runs 7:30 am to 5 pm. Holiday hours in a county PDF. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Scrap metal |
| Payment | cash, check, card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: kentcountymi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Kent County
- Residents using the county recycling drop-off stations pay no service fee. Customers still on site after closing pay an after-hours surcharge of $45 per 15 minutes. Source
- SafeChem household hazardous waste drop-off is free for Kent County residents; businesses, schools and farms cannot use it. More than 6 moving boxes, 20 gallons or any container over 5 gallons counts as a large amount: call 616-632-7941 first. Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Waste - to - Energy Facility Transfer Station Transfer station
- Richmond Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous waste
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 5 pm Trash bags (max two per load): $5.00 eachHousehold trash & bulky itemsElectronicsTiresScrap metalAppliances
- Plummers Disposal Service Transfer stationHours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 6 pm
- Salem Township Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm …
- Richmond Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous waste
More in Kent County
All 34 drop-off sites in Kent County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kent County Recycling Facility?
977 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Kent County Recycling Facility?
Kent County Recycling Facility is listed for household trash & bulky items and scrap metal.
Is Kent County Recycling Facility open to the public?
Public drop-off run by a city, county or district, as far as our sources show.
How much does it cost to dump at Kent County Recycling Facility?
Residential drop-off service fee: No charge. Source checked October 2026.
When is Kent County Recycling Facility open?
Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Drop-off station hours; sorting and processing runs 7:30 am to 5 pm. Holiday hours in a county PDF..
What other transfer stations are near Kent County Recycling Facility?
Waste - to - Energy Facility Transfer Station in Grand Rapids (< 1 mi), Richmond Transfer Station in Grand Rapids (2.7 mi) and North Kent Transfer Station in Rockford (12 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Grand Rapids?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility, about 2.5 miles away.
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