Carson City, Nevada

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Carson City Landfill

3600 Flint Rd Carson City NV 89701 USA

4.3/5(78 reviews)

Municipal landfill in Carson City accepting permitted waste streams and offering limited recycling options. Fees apply; follow posted safety rules and hours.

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Listed hours: Mon-Sat 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110059822429 for CARSON CITY LANDFILL at 3600 FLINT RD, CARSON CITY, NV. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2026-05-02. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: AIR:NV00032510N1183, EPS:EPS10136920, EPS:EPS10213110, NV-FP:25690280. Recorded program interests: AIR EMISSIONS CLASSIFICATION UNKNOWN, AIR PROGRAM, COMPLIANCE ACTIVITY, HAP AREA SOURCE, STATE MASTER, TITLE V MAJOR SOURCE. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2026-05-02. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Greener World Recycling

3150 N Deer Run Rd #1 Carson City NV 89701 USA

3.7/5(30 reviews)

Local recycling facility in Carson City accepting common materials; call ahead for accepted items, hours, and any fees.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

NV Recycling LLC

5834 Sheep Dr Carson City NV 89701 USA

4.7/5(3 reviews)

NV Recycling focuses on the recycling of electronic waste, providing services to business clients in Northern Nevada. They focus on environmentally friendly practices to minimize the impact of e-waste on landfills and promote responsible recycling.

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

Accepts: Electronic waste

Services: Electronics Recycling · CRT TV Recycling · Pick up & Transportation · Data Destruction · Tracking & Reporting · End of Life Destruction

Which FMCSA business names and USDOT number match this address?

FMCSA’s Company Census file updated October 31, 2026 lists legal name NV RECYCLING, doing business as INTERNATIONAL PIPELINE, USDOT 2128844, at 5834 SHEEP DR, CARSON CITY, NV 89701. The census record status is A (Active). Its recorded MCS-150 form date is 2025-10-27. This is a matched entity-registration record, not proof of site ownership, current operating authority, recycling permits or customer services. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/Trucking-and-Motorcoaches/Company-Census-File/az4n-8mr2

What fleet and driver figures are reported in the matched FMCSA entity record?

The active FMCSA census row for NV RECYCLING (USDOT 2128844) reports 1 power units, 1 trucks, 1 drivers. Its recorded MCS-150 form date is 2025-10-27; that is a form date, not independent confirmation that each count was measured on that date. The file snapshot was updated October 31, 2026. These are reported totals for the registered entity, which can cover multiple yards or operations; they are not equipment kept at this listing, total employees, verified current fleet size or available hauling capacity. Power-unit and truck counts overlap and must not be added together. Source: https://data.transportation.gov/Trucking-and-Motorcoaches/Company-Census-File/az4n-8mr2

Pick-n-Pull - Carson City

7777 US-50 Carson City NV 89701 USA

3.9/5(261 reviews)

Pick-n-Pull Carson City is a self-service used auto parts yard open seven days a week with daily fresh inventory, Toolkit Rewards, and cash for junk cars.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat-Sun 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Accepts: Used auto parts, End-of-life vehicles

Services: Self-service used auto parts · Cash for junk cars · Toolkit Rewards program

What are Pick-n-Pull Carson City hours?

Monday–Friday 9 AM–6 PM; Saturday and Sunday 8 AM–6 PM.

Is there an admission fee?

Yes. Pick-n-Pull charges a yard admission fee; minors under 16 are not permitted.

USR - Carson City

5855 Sheep Dr Carson City NV 89701 USA

4.6/5(17 reviews)

Recycling center purchasing metals and redeemable containers. Public drop-off with on-site scales; businesses served by appointment.

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

Accepts: Aluminum Cans, Plastic Bottles, Glass Bottles, Steel, Iron, Automobiles, Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Structural Steel

Services: Scrap Metal Purchasing · CRV Beverage Container Recycling · Commercial Scrap Metal Recycling · Industrial Scrap Metal Buying · Processed Steel Sales · Automobile Recycling

What types of scrap metal does USR buy?

USR buys CRV recyclables (aluminum cans, plastic bottles, glass), ferrous metals (steel, iron, automobiles), and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel).

Does USR buy aluminum cans for cash?

Yes, USR pays cash on the spot for aluminum cans and other CRV beverage containers.

WM - Capital Sanitation

5560 Sheep Dr Carson City NV 89701 USA

4.5/5(862 reviews)

WM - Capital Sanitation is a recycling facility based at 5560 Sheep Drive in Carson City, Nevada.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

What company-level annual revenue has this listing’s brand reported?

For company-level context, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) reported $25,204,000,000 in consolidated revenue for 2025, in its release dated 2026-01-28. This listing names the WM brand and links to the company's domain. The figure is the company's overall revenue, not this location's sales, valuation or a claim about who owns its land. It is an actual reported annual figure, not 2026 guidance.

Materials Accepted in Carson City

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Carson City include Appliances, recycling, Batteries, Antifreeze, Transfer Station. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Carson City, Nevada

Carson City's landfill page lists free drop-off for aluminum cans, tin cans, newspaper, plastic bottles, glass bottles, and cardboard, plus motor oil, antifreeze, and car batteries. Curbside recycling is through Waste Management at (775) 343-7596. The landfill is open Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Nevada has no bottle deposit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can be dropped off for recycling in Carson City?

Aluminum cans, tin cans, newspaper, plastic bottles, glass bottles, and cardboard. Motor oil, antifreeze, and car batteries are on the same free list. The service directory says those recyclables cannot go in a plastic bag. The landfill page gives the address as 4000 Flint Drive and the phone as (775) 882-6066.

When is the Carson City landfill open?

Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. In-county rates need proof of residency. The service directory says payment can be cash, credit, debit, or an account, and that batteries are not allowed in the landfill trash.

Where do paint and pesticides go in Carson City?

The household hazardous waste counter is Thursday, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., by appointment, at no charge for oil-based paint, varnish, stain, gasoline, pesticides, and herbicides. Call Environmental Control at (775) 887-2355. Latex paint, biohazard or radioactive waste, and propane cylinders are refused. Public Works is at 3505 Butti Way, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Recycling tips for Carson City

•Free drop-off: cans, newspaper, plastic bottles, glass, cardboard, oil, antifreeze, and car batteries.
•Empty the bag before you leave the material.
•Landfill hours are Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
•Curbside is Waste Management, (775) 343-7596.
•Hazardous waste is Thursday afternoon, by appointment, (775) 887-2355.

Recycling centers near Carson City

The closest recycling centers in neighboring areas:

Asphalt Concrete Recycling Center

Mound House, NV · 2 mi

Olcese Waste Services

Mound House, NV · 4 mi

Trashco

New Washoe City, NV · 8 mi

WM - Sutro Transfer Station

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IVGID Waste Not - Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Program

Incline Village, NV · 13 mi

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