Whether the Nobleboro–Jefferson Transfer Station is open right now, its hours and holiday closures, who can use it, and what it takes.
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Damariscotta has no transfer station of its own — residents share the Nobleboro–Jefferson Transfer Station with four neighbouring towns. Here's whether it's open right now, what you need to get in, and what trash and recycling it takes.
Open now — closes at 4 pm.
The scale closes at 3:30 pm and the gates at 3:50 pm, so arrive with time to unload.
Who can use it
Serves Nobleboro, Jefferson, Bremen, Damariscotta, Newcastle.
Household trash
Wood and metal must NOT go in the compactors — see the sections below.
Sorted recycling
Recycling is sorted into separate marked bins — it is not single-stream.
No plastic bags, no coated or food-stained cardboard.
Free to drop
The station is also closed on: New Year's Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
Household hazardous waste
Hours and materials confirmed 25 June 2026. Hours can change around holidays — confirm with the town before a special trip.
Charged by weight or by item
Ask the attendant for the current price.
Construction debris is weighed before and after you unload.
Hand in at the office
Universal waste, taken at the main office.
Paint program
No epoxy, auto paint or paint thinners.
Not accepted here