Dumps NearbyHazardous waste drop-offVerified October 2026
Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site)
Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site) is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Cedar Grove, NJ, in Essex County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Materials on record: household hazardous waste and electronics. We list 37 other drop-off sites in Essex County.
| Address | 99 W. Bradford Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Essex County, NJ |
| Phone | (973) 792-9060 |
| Website | ecuanj.com |
| Hours | We have no confirmed hours on file; please phone ahead. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Proof of residency shown on site |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, hazardous waste, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | latex paint, household batteries, smoke detectors, empty containers |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: veronanj.org, ecuanj.com. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Essex County
- Newark curbside bulk pickup happens twice a month by zone (Zone A 1st Wednesday, Zone B 2nd Wednesday); limit ten bulk items per residence; appliances (white goods) need an appointment at (973) 733-3644. Source
- Essex County Utilities Authority runs free Recycling Days (household hazardous waste and computer/electronics) for Essex County residents at the Public Works Facility, 99 W. Bradford Ave, Cedar Grove; proof of residency required, stay in vehicle. Fall 2026 events (Oct 3 and Oct 17) are past; no later dates were published. Source
Before you go
- Gates at smaller sites often close early or on certain weekdays; call first.
- Do not combine products; label anything that is not in its original container.
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 9 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 am to 1 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 10 am to 3 pm Hazardous and miscellaneous waste: $0.75/lbHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresAppliances
- Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Facility Hazardous waste drop-off VerifiedUp to 100 lbs or 10 gallons per visit: FreeHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Covanta Sustainable Solutions Transfer station
- Gaeta Recycling Transfer station
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushMattresses
More in Essex County
All 38 drop-off sites in Essex County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · New Jersey
Frequently asked questions
Where is Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site)?
99 W. Bradford Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site)?
Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site) is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: latex paint, household batteries, smoke detectors and empty containers.
Can non-residents use Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site)?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Proof of residency shown on site.
Is Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site) free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
What other household hazardous waste sites are near Essex County Public Works Facility (Recycling Day site)?
BCUA Household Hazardous Waste Collection (Moonachie site) in Moonachie (9.2 mi), DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site - Greenpoint in Brooklyn (17 mi) and Rockland County Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Pomona (26 mi).
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