Hazardous Waste Disposal in Minnesota

Aitkin County Recycling Center

36488 400th Ave Aitkin MN 56431 USA

(218) 927-7342

Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

5.0 (6 reviews)

The Aitkin County Recycling Center is a county-operated drop-off recycling facility at 36488 400th Ave in Aitkin, MN, open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Recycling and composting are free to use for Aitkin County residents. From May through October the site also takes yard waste such as brush under 4 inches in diameter, leaves, and grass clippings. The county additionally runs E-Waste Day and Household Hazardous Waste Day collection events for electronics and hazardous materials.

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Andover Recycling Center

1825 Crosstown Blvd NW Andover MN 55304 USA

(763) 767-5114

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

4.3 (15 reviews)

Andover residents can use the city Recycling Center daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It accepts common beverage and food containers, paper and flattened cardboard, plus designated batteries, propane cylinders, scrap metal, used oil, filters, antifreeze and bicycles. Materials must follow city preparation rules; the site does not pay for aluminum or scrap.

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Mower County Recycling Center

1111 8th Ave NE Austin MN 55912 USA

(507) 437-9551

Mon-Tue 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wed 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thu-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.8 (4 reviews)

The Mower County Recycling Center in Austin handles recycling drop-off and household hazardous waste for Mower County residents. Recycling drop-off is available 24/7 through drive-up windows on the west side of the building, and the office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Household Hazardous Waste Facility is open Wednesdays (8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-5 p.m.), and a weekly Reuse Room offers free leftover paint, cleaners, and household products. To drop off hazardous waste you must be 18 or older, a Mower County resident, and able to show valid ID.

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Anoka County Household Hazardous Waste Facility

3230 101st Ave NE Blaine MN 55449 USA

763-324-3400

Mon-Tue Closed · Wed 1:00 – 7:00 PM · Thu-Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.4 (40 reviews)

The Anoka County Household Hazardous Waste site accepts hazardous waste from residents of specific counties for safe disposal. It operates under contract by Veolia ES Technical Solutions, L.L.C. The site is available for drop-off without charge, requiring proof of residency for usage.

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South Hennepin Recycling and Problem Waste Drop-off Center

1400 W 96th St Bloomington MN 55431 USA

(612) 348-3777

Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.5 (112 reviews)

South Hennepin Recycling and Problem Waste Drop-off Center is a recycling drop-off center based at 1400 West 96th Street in Bloomington, Minnesota.

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Hennepin County Recycling and Transfer Station

8100 Jefferson Hwy Brooklyn Park MN 55445 USA

(612) 348-3777

Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.4 (143 reviews)

Located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, Hennepin County Recycling and Transfer Station is a waste transfer and recycling station at 8100 Jefferson Highway.

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Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility

505 County Rd 37 NE Buffalo MN 55313 USA

(320) 963-5797

Mon Closed · Tue-Thu 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Fri-Sun Closed

4.4 (19 reviews)

The Wright County Compost Recycling Facility located at 505 Co Rd 37 NE will be closed for renovations starting April 18th, 2025, with limited operations resuming on April 29th, 2025, at a temporary location at 5538 85th St. NW, Maple Lake. During this transition, services such as accepting tires, scrap metal, appliances, electronics, batteries, styrofoam, TVs, and large quantities of cardboard will be unavailable. Accepted items at the temporary location will include household hazardous waste, curbside recycling, sharps, and small amounts of yard waste. Large quantities of cardboard will not be accepted due to limited space. The facility is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8 am to 5 pm, and the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 8 am to noon for drop-off of various recyclables. Customers are required to unload themselves, and all items must be clean and free of food debris. The facility does not accept plastic bags, food waste, or styrofoam packaging. Appointments are no longer necessary, and a fee schedule is available for reference. Only yard waste and brush from homeowners are accepted, with waste from contractors or businesses not being allowed. Household hazardous waste items accepted include acids, adhesives, aerosol cans, automobile fluids, cleaners, paints, varnishes, and more. Recyclables accepted include aluminum cans, tin cans, glass containers, plastic, and more. There is a fee for disposal of certain items, and all fluids must be in containers of 5 gallons or less.

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Carlton County Transfer Station

1950 MN-210 Carlton MN 55718 USA

(218) 879-9089

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.0 (15 reviews)

The Carlton County Zoning and Environmental Services Office operates the Transfer Station, offering programs for the collection and disposal or recycling of various items such as antifreeze, appliances, batteries, construction or demolition debris, electronics, fluorescent light bulbs, food waste, household garbage, mattresses, medical sharps, recyclables, tires, used oil and oil filters, brush, grass clippings and leaves. They provide services for solid waste and recycling, including scrap metal recycling. Notably, on Wednesdays, demolition waste is accepted for half price, while mixed waste and large bulky items are not accepted on that day. Visitors are encouraged to refer to the Transfer Station Price Guide for detailed information.

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Carver County Environmental Center

116 Peavey Cir Chaska MN 55318 USA

(952) 361-1835

Mon-Tue Closed · Wed 12:00 – 7:00 PM · Thu 12:00 – 6:00 PM · Fri 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.7 (57 reviews)

The Carver County Environmental Center, located at 116 Peavey Circle in Chaska, MN 55318, offers disposal services for hazardous waste, electronics, and hard-to-dispose-of materials in a safe and responsible manner. The center operates with specific hours from Wednesday to Saturday, with new hours starting June 4, 2025. Visitors are required to store materials in their vehicle's trunk, truck bed, or trailer, and may need to unload items themselves. The center accepts various items such as batteries, household hazardous waste, organic waste, recyclables, and certain appliances for a fee. Not accepted items include auto glass, clothing fabric, construction debris, and more. Residents from specific counties can use the center, while businesses need to make appointments for drop-offs. The center also provides information on battery safety, sharps disposal, mattress recycling, and a Very Small Quantity Generator program for businesses. Visitors are advised to review instructions before their visit, including segregating materials and having payment ready. For more details, visitors can contact the center directly.

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Columbia Heights Recycling

3801 Madison St NE Columbia Heights MN 55421 USA

(763) 706-3700

Mon-Fri Closed · Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.8 (5 reviews)

The Columbia Heights Recycling Center is a municipal drop-off site at 3801 Madison Street NE, open Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm. It is staffed by volunteers from the local Kiwanis Club and is free for residents, available to area residents and businesses. The center accepts a defined list of materials including cardboard and mixed paper, metal, glass, and plastic containers, scrap metal, used oil and oil filters, household batteries, tires (residents only), fluorescent bulbs, film plastics, Styrofoam, and bicycles. Only the items on its posted list are accepted; for other materials the city points residents to the Anoka County Recycling Guide.

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Coon Rapids Recycling Center

1827 111th Ave NW Coon Rapids MN 55433 USA

763-767-6485

Mon Closed · Tue 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. · Wed 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. · Thu-Sat 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. · Sun Closed

4.3 (71 reviews)

Coon Rapids Recycling Center is a zero-waste site serving Anoka County residents. It accepts a variety of recyclable materials and provides resources for organics recycling and upcycling through its Reuse Room.

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Rice County Solid Waste/Recycling Facility

3800 145th St E Dundas MN 55019 USA

(507) 332-6833

Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.4 (7 reviews)

The Rice County Solid Waste Facility in Minnesota is open to only Rice County residents and property owners on specific Mondays, with the gate attendant verifying loads and accepting credit card payments. It is recommended to use a licensed hauler for waste disposal needs, but self-hauling residents can use a pre-pay system for contactless payment and reduced wait times. The facility offers single-sort recycling for county residents, either through local haulers or free drop-off during business hours, with some items recyclable for a fee. Additionally, the facility provides a Waste Wizard tool to assist in proper waste disposal and recycling methods. Electronic waste disposal is emphasized due to environmental concerns, with the facility accepting such items for a fee. Visitors are encouraged to check the Waste Wizard for guidance on waste disposal and recycling options.

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Gopher Resource LLC

685 Yankee Doodle Rd Eagan MN 55121 USA

651-454-3310

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

3.7 (293 reviews)

Gopher Resource operates a recycling site in Eagan, Minnesota, specializing in battery recycling and hazardous waste collection. The site has been operational since 1946, focusing on environmental excellence and community service.

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The Recycling Zone

3365 Dodd Rd Eagan MN 55121 USA

(952) 891-7800

Mon-Tue Closed · Wed 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Thu 12:00 – 8:00 PM · Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.4 (120 reviews)

Dakota County's Recycling Zone is at 3365 Dodd Road in Eagan. Its 2026 page lists resident drop-off hours Wednesday 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Thursday noon–8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. It accepts household recyclables, electronics, scrap metal, and hazardous waste; fees apply to TVs, monitors, and tires.

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East Bethel Recycling center

East Bethel MN 55092 USA

Mon-Sun Open 24 hours

5.0 (10 reviews)

The City of East Bethel recycling center is at 2761 Viking Boulevard NE, next to Fire Station #1, and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The city lists household recyclables and scrap metal among accepted materials, with preparation rules and exclusions including no electronics or TVs in scrap metal.

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Washington County North Environmental Center

6065 Headwaters Pkwy.

651-275-7475

Mon 11 am-7 pm, Wed 8 am-4:30 pm, Fri 8 am-4:30 pm, Sat 8 am-2 pm

Washington County environmental center in Forest Lake with a drive-thru lane for hazardous waste and electronics plus self-serve recycling, scrap metal and a free product room. Open to residents of eight metro counties.

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Cook County Recycling Center & Thrift Store

630 5th Ave W Grand Marais MN 55604 USA

218.387.3044

Mon 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tue-Wed 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thu 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Fri 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.1 (15 reviews)

The Cook County Recycling Center is located in Grand Marais, MN, and offers recycling services to the local community. They accept a variety of materials for recycling, including plastics, paper, aluminum, and steel cans, as well as used oil and oil filters.

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Cleanlites Recycling | Minnesota

7650 215th St W Lakeville MN 55044 USA

(952) 469-1060

Mon-Thu 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Fri 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

5.0 (6 reviews)

Cleanlites Recycling's Minnesota plant at 7650 215th Street West in Lakeville, MN serves the Twin Cities metro and surrounding region with universal waste management, lamp recycling, and electronics recycling for corporate, retail, and government clients. The Lakeville facility is reachable at (952) 469-1060. Cleanlites processes lighting ballasts by the thousands each month and handles aerosol disposal, battery recycling, and ERT module transport and recycling across the Midwest.

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Oak Grove Recycling Center

19045 Main St NW

763-404-7000

24/7 Access

5.0 (2 reviews)

Oak Grove Recycling Center offers recycling services for residents, with materials accepted including aluminum cans, mixed paper, and plastics. The site is located at 19045 Main Street NW, Oak Grove, MN, and is open 24 hours a day.

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Ideal Transfer Station

33503 W Island Lake Dr Pequot Lakes MN 56472 USA

(218) 543-6372

Mon-Tue Closed · Wed 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thu-Fri Closed · Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

5.0 (6 reviews)

The Ideal Transfer Station is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm, located off County Road 16 at the end of West Island Lake Drive, approximately 2.5 miles east of Hwy. 371 or 5.5 miles west of Ideal Town Hall. A yearly permit costing $15 is required for access, allowing users to bring items for recycling, yard waste for composting, and brush. The facility accepts clean plastic, newspaper, glass, tin, aluminum for free recycling, but household garbage in recycling bins can lead to permit revocation. Hazardous waste like paint, solvents, and aerosol cans can be disposed of for free with a completed survey form. Yard waste like leaves, grass clippings, and garden cleanup is accepted, with permit holders entitled to one free small load per year. Items not accepted include hypodermic needles, fluorescent bulbs, heavy equipment tires, and concrete. The station reserves the right to refuse service, and all charges are at the attendant's discretion. Visitors are advised to check in with the attendant before unloading items to avoid fines for illegal dumping. Contact John Bilek, the town clerk, or any supervisor for questions or comments.

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South Pine Recycling Center

17350 Henriette Rd Pine City MN 55063 USA

320-216-4220

Mon Closed · Tue 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wed Closed · Thu 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Fri Closed · Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.5 (2 reviews)

The Pine County Solid Waste department manages household, industrial, and commercial waste in Pine County, offering recycling services at various locations like North Pine, Central Pine, and South Pine. The department also operates the Hinckley Transfer Station and a Household Hazardous Waste facility in Pine City and Willow River. Pine County residents receive a 50% subsidy for disposing of tires, appliances, mattresses, and electronics. The recycling centers have specific hours of operation, with the Household Hazardous Waste facility open from mid-May to September on specific days. Additionally, there are unstaffed locations like the Bruno Recycling Sheds that operate year-round for self-service recycling. Visitors are encouraged to report any illegal garbage dumping at these locations to the office. Staff members include Nikki Novy, Michael Weinacht, Samantha Gassert, and Josh Butterfield, each specializing in different environmental services like wetlands, building site permits, and hazardous waste management.

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Goodhue County Recycling Center

3745 US-61 Red Wing MN 55066 USA

(651) 385-3109

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.0 (3 reviews)

Goodhue County's Red Wing center accepts core household recyclables and has separate staffed collection for select batteries, used motor oil, architectural paint and lamps. The county excludes items such as electronics, appliances and antifreeze at this center and directs residents to other programs. Glass dishes and window glass, plastic bags and garbage are not accepted in recycling.

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Olmsted County Hazardous Waste Facility

305 Energy Pkwy NE Rochester MN 55906 USA

507-328-7070

Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

5.0 (3 reviews)

The Olmsted County Hazardous Waste site accepts unwanted or unusable household hazardous waste from residents. It offers a disposal option for various hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Stearns County Household Hazardous Waste Facility

3601 5th St S Waite Park MN 56387 USA

(320) 257-8605

Mon-Sat 7:00 AM – 5:15 PM · Sun Closed

4.6 (23 reviews)

The Stearns County Household Hazardous Waste Facility in Waite Park accepts unused household products that are dangerous, toxic, or flammable and shouldn't go in the trash. Drop-off is free for residents of Stearns, Sherburne, Benton, and Mille Lacs counties and uses a drive-through system where staff unload items from your vehicle. Accepted materials include paint, motor oil and antifreeze, gasoline, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, aerosols, solvents, garden chemicals, propane cylinders, sharps, and children's car seats. The facility is open Monday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 5:15 pm, and business waste is accepted by appointment only.

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North Pine Recycling Center

85174 Hwy 61 Willow River MN 55795 USA

(320) 591-1678

Mon Closed · Tue 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wed Closed · Thu 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Fri Closed · Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.0 (4 reviews)

The Pine County Solid Waste department manages household, industrial, and commercial waste in Pine County, offering recycling services at three locations: North Pine, Central Pine (recycling only), and South Pine. The North Pine facility is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, accepting various items at specified rates. The South Pine location operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays as well. Pine County residents receive a 50% subsidy for disposing of tires, appliances, mattresses, and electronics at the Hinckley Transfer Station, open Monday to Friday and every other Saturday. Household Hazardous Waste drop-off sites are available in Pine City and Willow River from mid-May to September, with specific hours for each location. Additionally, the Bruno Recycling Sheds are open year-round for self-serve recycling, with a request to report any illegal garbage dumping. Staff members include Nikki Novy, Michael Weinacht, Samantha Gassert, and Josh Butterfield, each specializing in different environmental aspects like wetlands, hazardous waste, and permits.

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Washington County South Environmental Center

4039 Cottage Grove Drive Woodbury MN 55129 USA

(651) 275-7475

Mon Closed · Tue 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wed Closed · Thu-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.7 (130 reviews)

The Washington County Environmental Centers in Forest Lake and Woodbury offer services for the collection of household hazardous waste, electronics, and more. The North Environmental Center in Forest Lake is located at 6065 Headwaters Pkwy, MN 55025, with operating hours on Monday (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.), Wednesday and Friday (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), and Saturday (8 a.m. - 2 p.m.). The South Environmental Center in Woodbury, at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive, MN 55129, is open on Tuesday (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.), Thursday and Friday (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), and Saturday (8 a.m. - 2 p.m.). Residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties can use these centers. Accepted items include hazardous waste, electronics, batteries, food scraps, household sharps, and more. Visitors are advised to stay in their vehicles during drop-off, separate unwanted items, and provide proof of residency. Special instructions include notifying staff of medical sharps, damaged batteries, ammunition, or fireworks. Additionally, the centers offer tours for groups of 5 to 20 people, suitable for those in middle school and older, providing insights into the waste disposal process. For more information or to schedule a tour, visitors can call the provided telephone number.

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