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Metro Central Transfer Station
Transfer stationPublicly owned✓ Verified Nov 1, 2026Portland, Washington County, Oregon
- Hours
- Daily 8am–5pm; Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
- Fees
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- Payment
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- Accepts
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- Who can use it
- One of two public transfer stations owned by Metro, the Portland-area regional government.
- Phone
- (503) 226-6161
- Address
- 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Checked against official sources on Nov 1, 2026: source 1. Rules change — call before you haul a load.
About this transfer station
Metro Central Transfer Station is a publicly owned transfer station in Portland, Washington County, Oregon. It is operated by Metro. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer. One of two public transfer stations owned by Metro, the Portland-area regional government.
Good to know
- Operated by Recology Oregon Recovery.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
Full checklist: what to know before going to the dump →
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Metro Central Transfer Station?
As listed by the operator (checked Nov 1, 2026): Daily 8am–5pm; Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Hours change around holidays and bad weather, so call ahead before you load up.
How much does it cost to dump at Metro Central Transfer Station?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Metro Central Transfer Station if I don't live in Washington County?
One of two public transfer stations owned by Metro, the Portland-area regional government.
What is the closest other dump to Metro Central Transfer Station?
The nearest other facility in our directory is West Vancouver Materials Recovery Center (transfer station), about 6.0 miles away in Clark County, WA.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Vancouver Materials Recovery Center Clark County, WA | Transfer station | 6.0 mi |
| Central Transfer & Recycling Center Clark County, WA | Transfer station | 13.1 mi |
| Metro South Transfer Station Clackamas County, OR | Transfer station | 15.6 mi |
| Hudson Garbage Service Columbia County, OR | Transfer station | 19.6 mi |
| Washougal Transfer Station Clark County, WA | Transfer station | 20.3 mi |
| Waste Management Yamhill County, OR | Transfer station | 21.8 mi |