Lincoln Transfer Station
Transfer Station & Recycling Center Information
The Town of Lincoln contracts with Acker Waste Management to operate the Transfer Station and Recycling Center. Please review the following important information before your visit.
Household Trash
- Household trash is accepted on a per-bag fee basis.
- Fees are set and collected by Acker Waste Management.
- The Town of Lincoln does not receive any portion of these fees.
Recycling
We accept the following recyclable materials:
- Glass
- Paper
- Cardboard
- Metal
- Plastics #1–#7
Important Guidelines:
- No plastic bags are accepted for recycling.
- All recyclables must be placed in open bins.
Food Scrap Composting
- Compostable food scraps are accepted for $2.00 per 5-gallon bucket.
Special Items & Additional Fees
- Certain items (e.g., furniture, toys, bulky items) require an additional disposal fee.
- Please ask the attendant for current pricing.
Items NOT Accepted
The following materials are not accepted at the Lincoln Transfer Station:
- Appliances
- Construction materials
- Clean wood
- Tires
- Electronic devices (TVs, computers, monitors, etc.)
- Hazardous waste
Where to Dispose of Restricted Items
These items should be taken to the
Addison County Solid Waste Management District (ACSWMD) Transfer Station
📍 1223 U.S. Route 7 South, Middlebury, VT
The Town of Lincoln is part of the Addison County Solid Waste Management District (ACSWMD).
ACSWMD 2026 Adopted Rate Sheet and Town Drop Off Sheet.pdf
Another Option for Lincoln Residents
Addison County Solid Waste Management District's Residential Drop-off in New Haven is now open! Residents of Addison County may bring their bagged trash, recycling, leaf and yard debris, and food scraps. Large loads, bulky wastes, and special wastes should go to the Transfer Station in Middlebury.
For information on pricing please contact JR & Sons at (802) 735-9760.
Location: 100 Kings Way, New Haven, VT (off 65 Campground Rd.)
Hours: Friday 7 AM-2 PM and Saturday 7 AM-NOON