Welcome to the Fairhaven Recycling Center
The Town of Fairhaven is committed to providing residents with convenient, responsible, and efficient recycling and waste disposal options. Whether you’re using curbside collection or visiting the Recycling Center on Arsene Street, this page is your go-to resource for schedules, accepted materials, fees, and program details.
From everyday recyclables to bulky item disposal and seasonal services, we offer a variety of options to help you manage waste safely and sustainably. Proper recycling helps reduce landfill use, protects the environment, and keeps our community clean.
Please review the information below to ensure materials are prepared and sorted correctly before your visit. Thank you for doing your part to support a cleaner Fairhaven. ♻️
A valid 2026 sticker must be purchased for use.
| Month/Season | Open Times | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| January – March | Wednesdays only: 8:15 AM – 11:55 AM Saturday: 8 AM-2 PM ( 2nd & 4th Saturday only) | *Days/times are WEATHER PERMITING |
| April – December | Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:55 AM Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:55 AM & 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 8AM – 2PM | *hours subject to change at Town’s discretion |
Effective May 1, 2026
The Recycle center hours are the following:
Tuesday & Thursday 8:00-11:55 12:30-3:30
Saturday 8:00-2:00
Closed Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Hours and days are subject to change at the towns discretion
| Items Allowed | Where to Dispose (Charges may apply.) |
|---|---|
| Mattresses and Box Springs | Fairhaven Mattress Recycling Program, HandUp Mattress Recycling |
| Yardwaste – Brush, leaves, grass clippings, branches – The Town has a fall leaf collection in the month of November. | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Rigid Plastic | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| White Goods – Washers, dryers, water heaters, etc. | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Propane Tanks | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Electronics – Televisions, cathode ray tubes (CRT’s), microwaves, printers, other electronic devices | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Items with Freon – Refrigerators, air conditioners, freezers, dehumidifiers | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Automotive – Motor oil, oil filters, tires, car batteries | Arsene Street Recycle Center (Used motor oil can also be returned to where you bought it from.) |
| Fluorescent Light Tubes (Contain Mercury) | Arsene Street Recycle Center |
| Mercury Containing Items – Thermostats, thermometers, rechargeable batteries, elemental (‘liquid’) mercury | Call Board of Health at (508) 979-4022 to make drop-off arrangements. |
| Certain Hazardous Chemicals – Waste paints, stains, solvents, adhesive, waste fuels, poisons, preservatives, photo & pool chemicals, cleaners, aerosols, pesticides and pharmaceuticals/prescription medicines. | Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHHWD) Private Facilities |
| Gasoline, Diesel Fuel, Kerosene, Fuel Oil, Pesticide, Cleaning Fluid, Paint Remover, Paint, Turpentine, Varnish, Mineral Spirits, Weed Killer, Any Liquids, Any Flammable Gases, Acids | Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHHWD) Private Facilities |
| Oil Based Paint, Tar, Thinner Not Accepted Curbside – (Dried out latex paint cans will be accepted in your trash, air dry or use sawdust / kitty litter) | Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHHWD) Private Facilities |
| Permit | Cost |
|---|---|
| Senior Citizens (62+ years) | $20 |
| Fairhaven Residents (under 62) | $35 |
| Commercial & Large Vehicles | $100-$300 + tickets $10 Each |
Residents will need to pay for the mattress or box spring for a fee of $45.00 each in the BPW Office. You will be given a ticket to give to the Gate Attendant at the Recycle Center.
Residents must be able to unload the mattress and box spring and load it into a storage container.
Contact
Please contact the Board of Public Works at (508) 979-4030 for more information.