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J Fons County Transfer Station
You will find J Fons County Transfer Station in Detroit, MI. It is a transfer station in Wayne County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris and yard waste & brush. It is one of 85 drop-off sites we list in Wayne County.
| Address | 6451 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48212 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Wayne County, MI |
| Website | detroitmi.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7 am to 5 pm Sat: 7 am to 1 pm |
| Fees |
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| Access | Public site, typically meant for residents |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush |
| Not accepted | tires, paint, liquids, hazardous waste |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: detroitmi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Wayne County
- Wayne County household hazardous waste events are open only to Wayne County residents with proof of county residency (e.g. driver's license). Only household-generated products are accepted; commercial/industrial waste, yard waste, tires, appliances and household trash are not. Source
- Detroit will pick up bulk or construction waste for $40 per cubic yard (pay by credit card, cashier's check or money order; call 313-876-0004) if residents cannot reach a drop-off site. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Dinverno Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 am to 4 pm …Furniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushTires
- Hamtramck Recycling, LLC Transfer station
- Express Waste Management Llc/Titan National Rentals LLC Transfer station
- East Grand Boulevard Transfer and Processing Facility Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Household hazardous wasteElectronics
- HHW drop-off at ERG for RRRASOC residents: No feeHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Wayne County
All 85 drop-off sites in Wayne County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Where is J Fons County Transfer Station?
6451 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48212. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at J Fons County Transfer Station?
J Fons County Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris and yard waste & brush. Not accepted: tires, paint, liquids and hazardous waste.
Is J Fons County Transfer Station open to the public?
Public site, typically meant for residents, as far as our sources show.
How much does it cost to dump at J Fons County Transfer Station?
First 2,000 lbs: $65; Each additional 2,000 lbs: $50. Source checked October 2026.
When is J Fons County Transfer Station open?
Mon-Fri: 7 am to 5 pm; Sat: 7 am to 1 pm.
What other transfer stations are near J Fons County Transfer Station?
Dinverno Recycling and Transfer Station in Detroit (1.1 mi), Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off) in Detroit (1.3 mi) and Hamtramck Recycling, LLC in Hamtramck (2.2 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Detroit?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Socrra, about 10 miles away.
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