Transfer Station

Town of West Greenwich Transfer Sta

68 Bates Trail, West Greenwich, RI 02817

(401) 885-0276

Small town transfer station used mostly by West Greenwich residents for dropping off household refuse and recyclables. It’s the local spot where trash gets compacted and loaded onto trucks that head to the state landfill.

There’s a staffed entrance booth and a place to pull up for a quick check before driving into the unloading area. The site feels more like a working lot than a park - concrete pads, compactors or roll-off containers, and trucks coming and going. Recycling and bulk drop-off areas are typically separate from the general trash area and are organized in obvious piles or bins. Weekends and seasonal cleanups usually bring longer lines and more traffic through the gate.

Facility Information

Type Transfer Station
City West Greenwich
State Rhode Island

Before You Go

  • Bring proof of residency or whatever town ID is usually required for municipal drop-off sites to avoid delays at the booth.
  • Sort recyclables, metals, and bulky items at home so unloading is quicker and easier for everyone.
  • Expect backups on weekends and during spring cleanup - load and secure items so they’re ready to move through the line without fiddling.