Stonington Transfer Station

Small-town transfer station used by Stonington residents and neighboring towns for dropping off household trash for compaction and onward hauling. It’s the kind of place locals use when hauling a pickup or trailer rather than driving to a distant landfill. Expect a basic, functional layout rather than anything fancy.

Drive up to a staffed entrance booth and be prepared to stop briefly; most transfer stations have a scale and will direct vehicles where to pull up. The site typically has large containers and a compaction area, so there’s noise and truck traffic; wear something sturdy if getting out to sort. Winter can make the access road icy and slow, and lines are often longer on weekends or during spring cleanup. Bring a vehicle that can back up or angle in, since getting close to the hopper or container matters for quick unloading.