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Canton Town Transfer Station is the town's place to drop off household trash and recyclables before it gets compacted and trucked elsewhere. Locals use it for regular trash runs and seasonal cleanups since Connecticut doesn't have active landfills within the state.
Most Connecticut transfer stations have an entrance booth and a scale, so be ready to stop and follow the attendant's directions when pulling in. The site will look like a working yard with roll-off containers and compacting equipment; vehicles usually pull up to designated drop-off points. Recycling containers are often grouped together, and there’s typically a traffic flow to get vehicles in and out without blocking the road. Weekends and spring cleanup periods can get busy, so lines and short waits are common.
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Before You Go
- Many towns require a permit or sticker for resident use - bring yours or any proof of residency that the town asks for.
- Sort recyclables and trash in the vehicle before getting to the gate to keep the line moving.
- Avoid peak times like weekend mornings or early spring cleanup days if possible to skip long lines.
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