Update on Hunterdon County Transfer Station Operations

On Friday April 25, Hunterdon County Health Department Director Karen DeMarco provided an update on operations at the Hunterdon County Transfer Station that were affected by the fire that occurred at the facility on April 23rd. The Division of Recycling and Solid Waste Services is a subunit located within the Hunterdon County Department of Health. 

Director DeMarco noted that residential waste pickup across Hunterdon County will continue without interruption. Director DeMarco stated, “The Hunterdon County Division of Recycling and Solid Waste Services is working with local haulers to redirect them to other commercial regional waste processing facilities to ensure ongoing continuity of operations.” 

In addition, for those looking to dispose of residential bulk waste, the Warren County Resource Recovery Facility is open for use by Hunterdon County residents. The facility is located at 500 Mt. Pisgah Avenue in Oxford, New Jersey, and the same rules that apply to bulk waste disposal at the Hunterdon County Transfer Station are in effect at the Warren County facility. 

Finally, despite damage to the garbage processing area at the Hunterdon County Transfer Station, limited residential recycling for county residents who currently use the Transfer Station for their household recycling may continue to do so between the hours of 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and on Saturdays from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. No household garbage, no plastic bags, no electronics, no hazardous waste. 

Director DeMarco added, “The County asks for the public’s ongoing patience as work continues to get the Transfer Station operational again. Residents should be aware that the fire damage was extensive and should be prepared for a long-term recovery.” 

Should you have any questions, please direct them to the Hunterdon County Division of Recycling and Solid Waste Services at 908-788-1351.