Westerly residents and property owners get a windshield sticker at the Highway Garage (35 Larry Hirsch Ln; Mon-Fri 8:30-3:30; bring driver's license, car registration, proof of residency). Visitors and out-of-town users can buy a $10 day pass (unlimited visits that day). Household trash must be in town orange bags. Closed Veterans Day, Nov 11, 2026. Construction in progress at the site since Oct 19, 2026.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Extra fee$30
Couch / furniture
Call to confirmTire
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Appliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Electronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
Call to confirmBrush and branches
Call to confirmConstruction debris
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Concrete
Call to confirmScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
LimitedTown orange bags required.
Item price: call to confirm
Recycling
Call to confirmFees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | $145.00 |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| roll of large orange bags | $10 |
| roll of small orange bags | $7 |
| mattress | $30 |
| freon unit | $30 |
| day pass (non-residents) | $10 per day |
Residential demolition and junk not in orange bags: $145/ton. Non-resident and commercial rates: $145-$165/ton (effective Sept 26, 2024). Mattresses, freon units and tires must go on the scale.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Westerly residents and property owners get a windshield sticker at the Highway Garage (35 Larry Hirsch Ln; Mon-Fri 8:30-3:30; bring driver's license, car registration, proof of residency). Visitors and out-of-town users can buy a $10 day pass (unlimited visits that day). Household trash must be in town orange bags. Closed Veterans Day, Nov 11, 2026. Construction in progress at the site since Oct 19, 2026.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Sat | 7:30 am–3:30 pm |
Closed Sunday and most holidays.
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 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Westerly Transfer Station ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026
- RIRRC town page: Westerly ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026