Meant for Acton households; a sticker or per-trip fee is required. Non-residents can use it for a higher fee. The 14 Forest Road DPW entrance is not open to the public.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Couch / furniture
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Tire
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Appliance
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Fridge or freezer
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Electronics
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Paint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Not acceptedConstruction debris is not accepted.
Concrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| small items (tires without rims, bicycles, toilets, grills) | $5 |
| large items (stoves, sofas, washers, dryers) | $15 |
| freon items (refrigerators, air conditioners) | $25 |
| mattress or box spring | $22 each |
| TV or computer monitor | $25 |
| hard drive | $10 |
| car battery | $5 |
| propane tank (up to 25 lbs) | $5 |
| carpet or rug | $20/room |
| wood chips | $50/load |
Sept 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027: first resident sticker $127, second $15, senior (65+) $15, recycling-only $25, non-resident $230. Without a sticker the trip fee is $35 for residents or $55 for non-residents, plus item fees. Trash must go in Acton's official bags.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Meant for Acton households; a sticker or per-trip fee is required. Non-residents can use it for a higher fee. The 14 Forest Road DPW entrance is not open to the public.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tue-Sat | 7:00 am–3:00 pm |
Closed Sunday and Monday.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
See “Not accepted” tiles above. Other exclusions: call to confirm.
Free options
Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Acton Transfer Station & Recycling Center (official page text copied 2026-11-06) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026