Delaware-generated waste only; out-of-state waste is not accepted. Pay-as-you-throw; credit card only.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Call to confirmCouch / furniture
Not acceptedLarge bulky items not accepted.
Tire
Call to confirmAppliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedYard waste
AcceptedBagged $1.00 per bag; loose pickup bed $7.50; loose trailer $7.50; pickup and trailer $15.00. Must be kept separate from trash.
Normal load fee applies
Brush and branches
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Construction debris
Not acceptedConstruction and demolition debris not accepted.
Concrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
AcceptedBagged household garbage only, $1.00 per bag. Loose (unbagged) trash is not accepted.
Normal load fee applies
Recycling
AcceptedFree recycling drop-off: single-stream recycling, cardboard, used motor oil and oil filters (household only), household batteries.
Normal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | $7.50 |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| Household trash, per bag | $1.00 per bag |
| Yard waste, bagged | $1.00 per bag |
| Yard waste, loose pickup bed or loose trailer | $7.50 |
| Yard waste, loose pickup and trailer | $15.00 |
Pay-as-you-throw. Bagged trash and yard waste are charged per bag, not by weight. Credit cards are the only accepted payment.
Payment: card · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Delaware-generated waste only; out-of-state waste is not accepted. Pay-as-you-throw; credit card only.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Sat | 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
Holiday closures and reduced hours are listed on the DSWA Facility Holidays page.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Loose (unbagged) household trash
- Large bulky items
- Construction and demolition debris
- Hazardous or special waste
- Out-of-state waste
Free options
Recycling drop-off is free for Delaware residents.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Ellendale Collection Station - DSWA ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- DSWA Collection Stations ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- DSWA FAQ ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026