Breedsville Dump Hours: Everything You Need to Know

Are you a resident of Breedsville looking to dispose of bulky waste or demolition debris? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential information you need to know about the Breedsville dump, including its hours of operation, acceptable and unacceptable materials, and contact details.

Breedsville Dump Hours

The Breedsville dump, officially known as the Bangor Township Transfer Station & Recycling, is open to Bangor Township residents only. It is not available for commercial use. To access the dump, you must bring your resident verification card.

Winter Hours (October – April):

• Every 1st & 3rd Saturday
• 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Summer Hours (May – September):

• Every Saturday
• 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Acceptable Materials

The Breedsville dump accepts a wide range of acceptable materials, including:

• Construction & Demolition Debris
• Processed CDD & Fines
• Biomass & Fossil Fuel Boiler Ash
• Municipal Clean Wood Burn Ash
• Wood Boiler Ash
• Municipal Waste Incinerator Ash
• Biomedical Incinerator Ash
• Water Treatment Plant Sludge
• Pulp & Paper Sludge
• Sand Blast Grit
• Oil Contaminated Soil
• Urban Fill Soil
• Oily Debris
• Certain Leather Tanning Wastes
• Laundry Sludge
• Catch Basis Grit
• Contaminated Wood Chips
• Non-Hazardous Chemicals (no liquids)
• Oversized Bulky Waste
• Pigeon Waste
• Air & Water Filtration Media (as long as no hazardous chemicals ran through)
• Universal Waste
• Any special waste that has prior approval through the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP)

Unacceptable Materials

Please note that the following materials are not accepted at the Breedsville dump:

• Any material classified as “Hazardous” Waste
• Paints
• Chemicals
• Any liquid waste
• Waste oil
• Medical-related waste
• Pathological waste
• Dead animals
• Abandoned or junk vehicles
• Tree stumps
• Telephone poles greater than 6 feet long
• Railroad ties greater than 6 feet long
• Metal panels greater than 8 feet long
• Friable asbestos materials
• Pesticides
• Sealed drums
• Pressurized gas cylinders & tanks (partially full or empty)
• Hot ashes
• Washer machines
• Dryers
• Stoves/ranges
• Dishwashers
• Microwaves
• Items containing CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) or HCFCs (hydro chlorofluorocarbons) such as:
  • Refrigerators
  • Air Conditioners
  • Freezers
  • Dehumidifiers
  • Water Coolers
  • Other refrigerated items
• Odiferous waste
• Wastewater sludge
• Front-end process residue (FEPR)
• Any waste material not receiving prior approval from Environmental Compliance Manager

Contact Information

For further inquiries or to schedule a waste disposal appointment, please contact:

Casella Waste Systems, INC
Pine Tree Landfill
358 Emerson Mill Road
Hampden, ME 04444
Tel: 207-862-4200
Fax: 207-862-4207

Waste Acceptance Criteria:
Tom Gilbert, Environmental Manager
394-4371

Waste Disposal Pricing:
Marty Drew, General Manager
Extension #224

Waste Manifest & Scheduling:
Wendy Plissey
Extension #221

Additional Tips

• All loads must be secured with tarps or coverings and tied in place.
• Entering and leaving residents must drive onto the scales (center lane) to weigh in and out and pay the tipping fee.
• At the railroad track, entering and leaving traffic must stop, look both ways, and listen for a train whistle before crossing.
• After crossing the railroad track, follow the signs to the appropriate dumping area.
• Children must remain in the vehicle.
• No dump picking is allowed.

By following these guidelines and adhering to the dump’s hours of operation, you can ensure a safe and efficient waste disposal experience at the Breedsville dump.