Recycling Centers in Grand Forks, North Dakota

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Grand Forks Public Works and Recycling Center

724 N 47th St Grand Forks ND 58203 USA

North Public Works Facility located at 724 N. 47th St. in Grand Forks, ND offers garbage and recycling services to the community. The facility provides curbside pickup for recyclable materials every other week, with items to be placed on the berm by 7 AM on collection day. Residents can use their own containers of 36 gallons or request recycling totes from Public Works. Single-stream recycling is practiced, allowing for the mixing of all recyclable materials in bins or crates. Accepted items include aluminum tin cans, mixed plastic containers (#1-7), glass bottles and jars of any color, newspapers, magazines, cardboard, paperboard, shredded paper, and phone books. Not accepted for recycling are styrofoam, window glass, dishware, light bulbs, and plastic grocery bags. The facility also provides useful links for the 2024 Recycling Schedule, information on where recyclables go, and resources for household hazardous waste recycling. Visitors can contact the Sanitation Department for further inquiries via phone, fax, or email. The facility has a history of curbside recycling since 1990, multi-family recycling since 1995, and single-stream recycling since 2003, with a significant increase in recycling tonnage over the past decade.

Aluminum Tin CansMixed Plastic Containers #1-7Glass Bottles and JarsNewspapersMagazinesCardboardPaperboardShredded PaperPhone BooksStyrofoamWindow GlassDishwareLight BulbsPlastic Grocery BagsCurbside PickupSingle-Stream RecyclingRecycling TotesHousehold Hazardous Waste Recycling

Residual Materials Inc.

222 Red Dot Pl Grand Forks ND 58203 USA

Residual Materials Inc (RMI) is a recycling center established in 1977 with locations in Grand Forks, ND. Initially focused on purchasing obsolete mainframe computer systems, RMI has expanded its recycling scope to include public and industrial scrap, closely affiliated with K K Metal Recycling LLC and Re-Alliance, LLC in Minneapolis. The services offered by RMI include Pickup Container services for industrial accounts, with specific instructions to contact callto for more information. The administrative offices are located at 222 Red Dot Place, while the Nonferrous Warehouse and Shipping Receiving are situated at 2230 North 20th Street, and the Steel Yard Lockwood is at 2550 27th Ave. N in Grand Forks, ND.

Obsolete Mainframe Computer SystemsPublic and Industrial ScrapPickup Container ServicesNonferrous WarehouseShipping ReceivingSteel Yard Lockwood

Recycling in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Grand Forks, North Dakota currently lists 2 recycling centers on RecycleFind. Popular materials include Aluminum Tin Cans, Mixed Plastic Containers #1-7, Glass Bottles and Jars. 2 centers offer pickup or container service (100% of the market). Most facilities operate Monday through Friday, so plan weekday deliveries whenever possible. Payment methods vary. Ask each yard about cash or electronic options before visiting. Average customer rating across published reviews is 3.8 out of 5.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many recycling centers operate in Grand Forks?

2 recycling centers are active in Grand Forks, covering metals, appliances, electronics, and construction scrap.

What materials do Grand Forks recyclers accept?

The most common materials include Aluminum Tin Cans, Mixed Plastic Containers #1-7, Glass Bottles and Jars, Newspapers, Magazines. Check individual recycling centers for specialized items like batteries or catalytic converters.

Can I schedule pickup service in Grand Forks?

2 recycling centers offer pickup or roll-off containers. Contact the yard directly to confirm minimum volumes and scheduling.

Are there weekend drop-off hours in Grand Forks?

Weekend hours vary by facility, so plan weekday drop-offs or call ahead to request special accommodations.

Do centers pay cash for scrap in Grand Forks?

Payment policies vary. Some facilities may pay by check or electronic transfer. Contact each scrap yard before delivering to confirm their payment options.

Grand Forks Recycling Tips

•Sort metals by type (steel, aluminum, copper, brass) before you arrive. It speeds up inspection and maximizes payouts.
•2 recycling centers share a phone number. Call ahead for current prices or to verify large loads.
•Plan weekday drop-offs. Many yards stop receiving loads by late afternoon.
•Bring a valid government-issued ID for regulated scrap items such as copper or catalytic converters.
•Review each recycling center's accepted materials and preparation notes. Clean, dry scrap keeps grading favorable.
•Extreme winter cold and blizzards October-April; verify facility operations during severe weather

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