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Small town transfer station used by Pepperell residents to drop off household trash and recyclables. People from town bring loads that get compacted here and hauled elsewhere rather than driving to a distant landfill. Good for yard cleanup runs or getting rid of bulky stuff without a long drive.
Drive up to an entrance area where there's often a scale and an attendant booth - many Massachusetts transfer stations weigh loads and record vehicle entry and exit. Recycling in the state usually requires separation, so be ready to sort cardboard, glass, and cans if asked. The site looks like an industrial lot with compactors or large containers and traffic lanes for trucks and cars; expect basic signage pointing to drop-off points and places to pull up to unload. Weekends and spring cleanup times commonly have lines, so there can be a bit of waiting.
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Before You Go
- Bring items already separated by type to move through faster - Massachusetts facilities commonly expect sorted recyclables.
- Have vehicle access clear (no trailers blocking the view) and load secured so unloading at a compacting area or container is simple and quick.
- Plan for possible wait times on weekends and holidays; small town stations often get busiest during seasonal cleanups.
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