How many recycling convenience sites does Lancaster County operate?
Lancaster County lists 12 staffed convenience sites plus a Public Works facility at 1980 Pageland Highway in Lancaster. Sites serve Indian Land, Tradesville, Erwin Farm, Kershaw, Fort, Lynwood, Racetrack, Heath Springs, McGill, Unity, Midway, and Rich Hill.
What days are Lancaster County convenience sites usually closed?
Most sites are closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Typical open days are Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, though Wednesday hours are often shorter and a few sites follow different schedules. McGill is the main exception: it is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and closed Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Where can I recycle electronics in Lancaster County?
Electronics go to the Public Works facility at 1980 Pageland Highway in Lancaster. That site only accepts electronics, residential yard debris or limbs under 6 inches in diameter, and tires, with a limit of one load per day. It is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
What materials do Lancaster County convenience sites collect?
County sites collect aluminum cans, large appliances, lead-acid batteries, cardboard, brown and clear glass, newspaper, plastic bottles jars and jugs numbered 1 through 7, scrap metal, tires, usable latex paint, and used motor oil with filters. Some materials are site-specific: farmer oil only at Rich Hill, oil and gasoline mixtures only at Erwin Farm, and yard trimmings only at McGill and Public Works.
Does Lancaster County recycle glass?
Yes, but only brown and clear glass at the convenience sites. Do not assume every color or every glass product is accepted, and keep window glass, mirrors, and ceramics out unless staff specifically direct otherwise.
Where can City of Lancaster residents drop off newspaper?
The City of Lancaster lists a newspaper drop-off at 701 North White Street. For broader recycling, residents still use the county convenience-site network rather than treating that city drop-off as a full recycling center.