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Dumps & landfills in Massachusetts

Most Massachusetts dumps are town-run transfer stations open to residents only, usually with an annual windshield sticker or permit and pay-as-you-throw trash bags. Bulky items such as mattresses, appliances, TVs and tires carry per-item fees, and there is no general-public landfill. Private landfills and transfer stations mostly serve haulers.

23 listed facilities

Access rules and prices vary by facility. Compare below, then check the official source before your trip.

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026 · Official sources ↓

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State rules to know

Mattresses

Mattresses and box springs are banned from disposal in Massachusetts landfills and incinerators; towns charge a recycling fee (for example $30-$100 per piece in the towns surveyed). Official rule ↗

Recyclables in trash

Massachusetts law prohibits recyclables (and MassDEP-banned materials such as textiles and mattresses) in household trash; transfer stations separate them. Official rule ↗

Hazardous waste

Paint, motor oil and other hazardous waste are generally not accepted at town transfer stations; towns hold Household Hazardous Waste days or use regional centers. Official rule ↗

Household hazardous waste is collected at periodic town or regional collection days (and a regional center at Devens for some towns), not at most transfer stations; check your town's page.

Before you go

Can anyone use these facilities?

2 listed facilities are confirmed open to the public. Others may limit access by residency or customer type. Check the individual access rules.

How much does a dump run cost?

Compare the listed minimum charges and item fees. A missing price means call to confirm, and an accepted item may still carry the normal load fee.

Sources

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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