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Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward
You will find Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward in Newark, NJ. It is a convenience center (citizen drop-off site) in Essex County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush and mattresses. We list 37 other drop-off sites in Essex County.
| Address | 29 Waydell Street, Newark, NJ Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Essex County, NJ |
| Phone | (973) 733-3644 |
| Website | dpw.newarknj.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pm |
| Fees | No price on record. Many sites bill per ton with a minimum fee per visit. |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Public site, typically meant for residents |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Mattresses |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: dpw.newarknj.gov. 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
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Liquids, paint and chemicals usually go to a hazardous waste site, not the dump.
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other convenience centers nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushMattresses
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushMattresses
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushMattresses
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 9 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
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 Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward?
29 Waydell Street, Newark, NJ. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward?
Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush and mattresses.
Can non-residents use Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward?
No, it is for residents only.
When is Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward open?
Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pm.
What other convenience centers are near Newark DPW Service Center - East Ward?
Newark DPW Service Center - South Ward in Newark (3 mi), Newark DPW Service Center - North Ward in Newark (3.4 mi) and Newark DPW Service Center - West Ward in Newark (3.5 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Newark?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is DSNY Pike Slip Household Special Waste Dropoff Facility, about 7.6 miles away.
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