Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Exeter Transfer Station
Exeter Transfer Station is a transfer station in Exeter, RI, in Washington County. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires and mattresses. Washington County has 9 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 890 Ten Rod Road, Exeter, RI 02822 Directions |
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| County | Washington County, RI |
| Phone | (401) 295-0392 |
| Website | exeterri.gov |
| Hours | Wed, Sat, Sun: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Permit sticker from the Town Clerk (675 Ten Rod Road) with vehicle registration and proof of residency. |
| Access | Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Mattresses, batteries, motor oil |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste, household hazardous waste, appliances with refrigerant, construction debris, stumps and brush, ash |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: exeterri.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Washington County
- Rhode Island's Eco-Depot program accepts household hazardous waste from residents at no cost at collection events around the state; schedules are posted at ecodepotri.org. Source
- Most Washington County town transfer stations are for residents of that town only and require a sticker, placard or tag obtained at Town Hall. Source
Before you go
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Ask which payment methods they take; some commercial sites bill on account only.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
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
- Hours: Wed, Sat, Sun: 8 am to 4 pm
- University of Rhode Island Transfer Station Transfer station
- New England Waste Systems 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
- Hours: Tue, Fri, Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm Household waste: $3 per bagHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteTires
More in Washington County
All 9 drop-off sites in Washington County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Rhode Island
Frequently asked questions
Where is Exeter Transfer Station?
890 Ten Rod Road, Exeter, RI 02822. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at Exeter Transfer Station?
Exeter Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires and mattresses. Not accepted: hazardous waste, household hazardous waste, appliances with refrigerant, construction debris, stumps and brush and ash.
Can non-residents use Exeter Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Permit sticker from the Town Clerk (675 Ten Rod Road) with vehicle registration and proof of residency..
How much does it cost to dump at Exeter Transfer Station?
Annual permit: $190; Senior (65+) permit: $90; Single use permit: $50; Major appliance or sofa: $25. Permit valid October 1 through September 30.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Exeter Transfer Station open?
Wed, Sat, Sun: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Exeter Transfer Station?
West Greenwich Transfer Station in West Greenwich (3.5 mi), West Greenwich Transfer Station in Exeter (3.7 mi) and Richmond Transfer Station in Hope Valley (5.6 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Exeter?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is West Greenwich Transfer Station, about 3.5 miles away.
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