The New Haven Solid Waste & Recycling Authority

Small but busy, the New Haven Solid Waste & Recycling Authority is the city recycling center most locals drop off extra recyclables and items that don’t fit at the curb. Neighbors, contractors, and people clearing out basements use it to keep stuff out of Connecticut’s transfer chain. The site handles common recyclables and runs special drop-off programs at times for bulk items and electronics.

The property looks like an industrial lot with roll-off containers, a modest office/entrance booth, and marked areas for different materials. Vehicles pull in, sort their loads into the appropriate bins or containers, and then leave; there’s usually a scale and traffic flow to manage heavier loads. Weekends and spring-cleaning season get noticeably busy, so lines can form and maneuvering a truck or trailer may take extra time. Signage points to the various drop areas, and items are separated on site for recycling rather than landfill disposal.