Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Coventry Transfer Station
Coventry Transfer Station is a transfer station in Kent County, RI, listed under Coventry. A private company runs it. Expect to pay at the scale house, and check whether they take small loads from residents. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Kent County has 9 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 1670 Flat River Road, Coventry, RI 02816 Directions |
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| County | Kent County, RI |
| Phone | (401) 822-9110 |
| Website | coventryri.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 12 pm Mon-Fri: 12:30 pm to 3 pm Open Saturday 7:30 am-12:00 pm only after a holiday. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Proof of residency to buy a dump pass (sold during office hours, Mon-Fri 7:00 am-3:15 pm) |
| Access | Private site, call to confirm small loads are accepted |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | concrete, asphalt, dirt, rock, brick, tile, boats, paint, contractors, house clean-outs, commercial vehicles, out-of-state plates without approval |
| Payment | cash, check |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: coventryri.gov, coventryri.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Kent County
- Kent County towns run their own resident-only transfer stations that require a town permit or dump pass. Rhode Island Resource Recovery's Eco-Depot household hazardous waste collections are by appointment. 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.
- Confirm that they accept loads from the public before loading up.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm … Pass for July 1, 2025-June 30, 2027: $100Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
- West Greenwich Transfer Station Transfer stationHours: Sat to Sun 8 am to 4 pm
- Waste Management Cranston Transfer Station Transfer station
- Newton Washburn Transfer Station Transfer station
- Waste Connections Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm … Pass for July 1, 2025-June 30, 2027: $100Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
More in Kent County
All 9 drop-off sites in Kent County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Rhode Island
Frequently asked questions
Where is Coventry Transfer Station?
1670 Flat River Road, Coventry, RI 02816. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Coventry Transfer Station?
Coventry Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: concrete, asphalt, dirt, rock, brick and tile.
Can non-residents use Coventry Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Proof of residency to buy a dump pass (sold during office hours, Mon-Fri 7:00 am-3:15 pm).
How much does it cost to dump at Coventry Transfer Station?
Dump pass (4 trips): $40; Refrigerant items (A/C, fridge, freezer, dehumidifier): $30 each; Clean and dry mattress or box spring: Free at the transfer station; Wet or dirty mattress or box spring: $80. Fee schedule effective August 1, 2026.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Coventry Transfer Station open?
Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 12 pm; Mon-Fri: 12:30 pm to 3 pm. Open Saturday 7:30 am-12:00 pm only after a holiday..
What other transfer stations are near Coventry Transfer Station?
West Greenwich Transfer Station in West Greenwich (5.8 mi), West Greenwich Transfer Station in Exeter (6 mi) and Waste Management Cranston Transfer Station in Cranston (7.2 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Coventry?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is West Greenwich Transfer Station, about 5.8 miles away.
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