Saratoga Dump Hours

Saratoga Dump Hours: Everything You Need to Know

Are you looking for information about Saratoga dump hours? Whether you’re a resident of Saratoga Springs or a surrounding community, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the details you need to know about the city’s transfer station.

Transfer Station Location and Hours

The Saratoga Springs Transfer Station is located at 41 Weibel Avenue and is open to the public from Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 am to 3:45 pm.

What is a Transfer Station?

A transfer station is a facility where waste is temporarily stored before being transported to a landfill or recycling center. The Saratoga Springs Transfer Station primarily consists of a waste drop-off area where bagged and other non-recycled waste is deposited into a large stationary trash compactor.

Who Can Use the Transfer Station?

Anyone can participate in the use of the transfer station and recycling center. Bags can be purchased for $4 each at the Transfer Station, the Department of Public Works at 5 Lake Avenue, or at the Weibel Ave Saratoga Springs Stewart’s Shop.

What Can I Bring to the Transfer Station?

The Transfer Station accepts the following items:

• Bagged and other non-recycled waste
• Single Stream Recyclables (see below for details)

What is Single Stream Recycling?

Single stream recycling is a process where all recyclable materials are placed in one container, eliminating the need for sorting. The Transfer Station accepts the following Single Stream Recyclables:

• #’s 1-7 Plastics (no lids, no #7 PLA compostables)
• Cans
• Clean, Balled Aluminum Foil (2” or larger) & Pie Pans
• Corrugated Cardboard & Paper Bags
• File Folders
• Empty Aerosol Cans (no caps)
• Empty Pizza Boxes (no food)
• Glass Bottles & Jars
• Loose Metal Jar Lids & Steel Bottle Caps
• Magazines, Brochures & Catalogs
• Newspapers & Inserts (No Plastic Bags)
• Opened Mail, Junk Mail, and Greeting Cards
• Paperback Books
• Paperboard Boxes (cereal, cracker, other boxes)
• Paper Egg Cartons
• Paper Milk/Juice Cartons (No Foil Pouches)
• Phone Books
• Rigid Plastics
• Shredded Paper (must be in clear plastic bags)
• White or Pastel Office Paper

What is NOT Accepted at the Transfer Station?

The following items are NOT accepted at the Transfer Station:

• HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE
• Ceramics
• Diapers
• Drinking Glasses
• Hangers
• Hard Back Books (hard covered)
• Hazardous or Bio-Hazardous Waste
• Hoses, Ropes, Wire, Cords, Chain, or Cable
• Light Bulbs
• Mirrors
• Napkins
• Needles or Syringes
• Paper-To-Go Containers
• Paper Ream Wrappers
• Paper Towels
• Plastic 6-Pack Holders
• Plastic Bags
• Plastic Microwave Trays
• Plates
• PVC Pipes
• Pyrex

Additional Information

• The Transfer Station also accepts Scrap Metal, Propane Tanks, and Automotive Batteries.
• The Transfer Station is operated by the Department of Public Works.
• For more information, please call the Transfer Station at 518-581-1430 or the Department of Public Works at 518-587-3550, ext 2555.

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