Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Richmond Transfer Station
Richmond Transfer Station is a transfer station in Hope Valley, 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. We list 8 other drop-off sites in Washington County.
| Address | 51 Buttonwoods Road, Hope Valley, RI 02832 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Washington County, RI |
| Phone | (401) 491-9505 |
| Website | richmondri.gov |
| Hours | Wed, Sat, Sun: 8 am to 4 pm Gates close at 3:45 p.m. During daylight saving time Wednesday hours extend to 6 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. |
| Fees | No published rate on file. Most dumps charge by weight or by load, often with a minimum. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Free vehicle placard for Richmond and Hopkinton residents from the Richmond Town Clerk, with current vehicle registration at a Richmond or Hopkinton address. |
| Access | Privately owned, fees at the scale house |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: richmondri.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
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Liquids, paint and chemicals usually go to a hazardous waste site, not the dump.
- Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Wed, Sat, Sun: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Annual permit: $190Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- University of Rhode Island Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4 pm Residential sticker: $20 per yearHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushTires
- 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
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed, Sat, Sun: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Annual permit: $190Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm … Pass for July 1, 2025-June 30, 2027: $100Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
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 Richmond Transfer Station?
51 Buttonwoods Road, Hope Valley, RI 02832. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Richmond Transfer Station?
Richmond Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items.
Can non-residents use Richmond Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Free vehicle placard for Richmond and Hopkinton residents from the Richmond Town Clerk, with current vehicle registration at a Richmond or Hopkinton address..
When is Richmond Transfer Station open?
Wed, Sat, Sun: 8 am to 4 pm. Gates close at 3:45 p.m. During daylight saving time Wednesday hours extend to 6 p.m. Closed Tuesdays..
What other transfer stations are near Richmond Transfer Station?
Exeter Transfer Station in Exeter (5.6 mi), University of Rhode Island Transfer Station in Kingston (7.5 mi) and Charlestown Collection Station in Charlestown (8.4 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Hope Valley?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Exeter Transfer Station, about 5.6 miles away.
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