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Dover Transfer Station is the town's transfer station on Powisset Street where residents drop off household trash and recyclables before it's compacted and hauled away. Neighbors, landscapers, and people cleaning out garages use it when hauling materials that don't fit in curbside bins.
A small entrance booth and a scale are on site, so vehicles will drive up, stop, and follow attendants' directions before unloading. The tipping area and compactors are visible from the drive-up lanes, with recycling containers often set off to one side past the booth. Weekends tend to be busier and lines can form, while midweek visits are usually quicker; vehicles pull up to designated unload spots and then head back across the scale to finish. Expect to sort recyclables and certain items yourself, since Massachusetts requires separation of many materials.
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Before You Go
- Bring items already separated by material (paper, glass, metal, plastics) to save time at the drop-off points.
- Use a small truck or trailer if possible; larger loads take longer to unload and can slow the line during busy periods.
- Secure loose items in the vehicle so nothing blows out while waiting in line, and have any town sticker or ID ready to show at the booth if required.
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