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Crispin Iron & Metal

629 New Haven Avenue

Crispin Iron & Metal has taken scrap from Licking County residents at 629 New Haven Avenue in Newark since 1961. Loads are paid by weight, and the yard buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals, demolition scrap from contractors across Central Ohio, electronics through its E-Cycle service, and cars in any condition. Paint cans, pressurized tanks, sealed containers, tires, and kegs are refused. A Pull-A-Part scrap yard lets customers browse the lot for used auto parts, and steel shipping containers are available for storage or lease, delivered by gooseneck trailer without special equipment on the customer's side. Commercial accounts also get roll-off containers, scrap management, and brokerage.

Scrap MetalJunk CarsCatalytic ConvertersCopperAluminumE-Waste+3 more

Listed hours: Contact facility for hours

Accepts: Aluminum, Aluminum wheels, Copper, Insulated wire, Brass, Bronze, Radiators, Stainless steel, Lead, Catalytic converters, Steel, Cast iron, Appliances, Electric motors, Electronics, Cars

Services: Pay-by-weight scrap buying · Junk car purchases · Pull-A-Part used auto parts yard · Steel shipping containers for storage or lease · Demolition scrap buying · E-Cycle electronics recycling · Commercial roll-off containers

Does Crispin Iron & Metal buy junk cars?

Yes. The yard buys cars in any condition and also runs a Pull-A-Part yard for used auto parts.

What does Crispin Iron & Metal not accept?

It does not accept paint cans, pressurized tanks such as propane or oxygen, sealed containers, tires, or kegs.

Legend Smelting and Recycling - Newark

923 Buckeye Ave Newark OH 43055 USA

4.4/5(55 reviews)

Legend Smelting and Recycling is a leading non-ferrous metals and catalytic converter recycling center with over 40 years of industry experience. Located in Hebron, OH, their full-service processing plant offers grading, cutting, milling, and assaying of converter materials all under one roof, serving as the final stop before materials head to the refinery. They boast unbeatable refining terms due to their high-volume production of milled auto catalyst material, ensuring higher returns for customers. The company prioritizes customer support, aiming to equip suppliers with the tools and knowledge needed to stay competitive and profitable. Transparency is key at Legend, as they welcome current and potential suppliers to visit their site, meet the staff, tour the facility, and observe processes at any time. Established in 1982 in Newark, Ohio, Legend Smelting and Recycling has grown rapidly, setting trends in the industry and continuing to lead the way in catalytic converter recycling.

Non-ferrous metalsCatalytic convertersGradingCuttingMillingAssaying+8 more

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

What OSHA inspection-case history is recorded for this location?

The DOL/OSHA national download dated 2026-10-30 links 4 inspection-case records to this establishment’s normalized name and physical street, city and state. The three cases with the latest opening dates are: Case 311841407, recorded establishment LEGEND SMELTING AND RECYCLING, INC., opened 2009-03-05; source type Follow-up; source scope Partial; case-closed date 2009-03-05. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=311841407 Case 309181121, recorded establishment LEGEND SMELTING AND RECYCLING, INC., opened 2006-01-10; source type Follow-up; source scope Partial; case-closed date 2009-03-05. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=309181121 Case 307883108, recorded establishment LEGEND SMELTING AND RECYCLING, INC., opened 2004-08-25; source type Complaint; source scope Partial; case-closed date 2009-03-05. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=307883108 An inspection-case record does not itself establish a citation, accident outcome or current safety rating; some scopes can be records-only or no inspection. Historical records may concern prior operators. Checked 2026-10-31.

What historical OSHA citations and recorded corrections are linked to these cases?

The matched cases contain 17 reviewed citation entries in the 2026-10-30 source download. Entries with unclear deletion flags were withheld. The three latest issued entries are: Case 309181121, citation 01001, issued 2006-02-10; cited standard code 19100095 C01; source classification Repeat; source final-order date 2007-02-22; source contest date 2006-02-15; source abatement status Abatement Completed; abatement due date 2006-03-15; source adjusted/current assessed penalty $1,080. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=309181121 Case 309181121, citation 01002, issued 2006-02-10; cited standard code 19100212 A03 II; source classification Repeat; source final-order date 2007-02-22; source contest date 2006-02-15; source abatement status Abatement Completed; abatement due date 2007-08-15; source adjusted/current assessed penalty $12,600. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=309181121 Case 307883108, citation 01001A, issued 2004-10-05; cited standard code 19100095 C01; source classification Serious; source final-order date 2005-07-27; source contest date 2004-10-15; source abatement status Abatement Completed; abatement due date 2005-10-01; source adjusted/current assessed penalty $1,500. Report: https://www.osha.gov/ords/imis/establishment.inspection_detail?id=307883108 An abatement due date is a deadline, not a completion date. Citation classifications and historical records are not a present-day safety finding. A blank final-order date does not establish whether a matter remains open. Assessed amounts are not an outstanding balance or proof of payment.

Licking County Recycling Drop-Off Site

295 Wilson Street

Materials Accepted in Newark

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Newark include Scrap Metal, Junk Cars, Catalytic Converters, Copper, Aluminum. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Newark, Ohio

Newark has no single city hauler contract, so curbside recycling depends on which trash company a household hires. Licking County Recycling at 295 Wilson Street runs the public drop-off bins, funded by the Coshocton-Fairfield-Licking-Perry Solid Waste District. The bins take glass bottles and jars in every color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Newark have curbside recycling?

It depends on your trash hauler. Licking County lists Newark and Heath as areas with no single contract, so each household asks its own hauler whether curbside recycling is offered. Residents without that service use the county's public drop-off bins instead.

Does Licking County take glass at the Newark drop-off bins?

Yes. The public bins accept glass bottles and jars of all colors, emptied and rinsed, with metal lids removed. Window glass, drinking glasses, and light bulbs are not accepted.

What is not allowed in the Licking County recycling bins?

Furniture, tires, trash, Styrofoam, children's toys, appliances, plastic bags, and food stay out of the bins. Foam cups and #6 party cups are refused, and loose plastic lids are not accepted. Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and clamshells go in at any recycling number, with the lid put back on.

Where is the Newark household hazardous waste collection?

Licking County holds a free household hazardous waste collection day for county residents with proof of residency, held at the Licking County Highway Department garage, 775 East Main Street. Businesses, churches, and schools cannot use it, and it refuses latex paint, electronics, tires, and medical waste. The Licking County Recycling office at (740) 670-5125 has the next date. Between events, household hazardous waste goes to Environmental Enterprises in Columbus at 614-294-1300.

How do I get rid of old paint in Newark?

Dry latex paint out completely and put it in the household trash. Licking County Recycling recommends mixing in cat litter or crumpled newspaper to speed drying. Aerosol paint cans go in the public recycling bins once empty, with the plastic cap and spray tip removed.

Where can I recycle an old appliance in Newark?

Crispin Iron and Metal at 629 New Haven Avenue takes appliances, and Sherman's Recycling in Newark does too. 345-JUNK at 740-345-5865 hauls appliances away. Best Buy and Lowe's in Heath also take appliances, and some stores require a new purchase.

Recycling tips for Newark

•Pizza and takeout boxes go in the Licking County paper bins unless they are heavily soaked or waxy.
•Pull the plastic spray tip and cap off an empty aerosol can before it goes in the metal bin.
•Rechargeable batteries go to the Home Depot on North 21st Street in Newark.
•Call Licking County Computer Society at 740-404-3963 about computers. The county's electronics list excludes monitors.
•The Licking County Recycling office at 295 Wilson Street is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Recycling centers near Newark

The closest recycling centers in neighboring areas:

Legend Smelting and Recycling

Hebron, OH · 7 mi

Liberty Tire Recycling - Hebron

Hebron, OH · 7 mi

Hebron Scrap Metal Recycling

Hebron, OH · 8 mi

SBC Solutions Group

Centerburg, OH · 16 mi

T.D.R. LLC

Pataskala, OH · 16 mi

Ohio Steel Recycling LLC

Etna, OH · 18 mi

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