Yankton, South Dakota

Recycling centers in Yankton

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Local recycling centers

3 locations

Syd's Eastside Auto Parts and Rebuilders has recycled auto parts in Yankton for more than 25 years. The licensed South Dakota dealer sells quality used and rebuildable vehicles, select new automotive parts, and recycled components from its salvage yard east of Yankton on Highway 50.

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Accepts: Junk vehicles, Used auto parts

Services: Used auto parts sales · Used and rebuildable vehicle sales · Select new automotive parts · Online parts inventory search · Licensed auto dealer services

How long has Syd's been in business?

Syd's has operated in the auto parts recycling business for more than 25 years.

Does Syd's sell whole vehicles?

Yes. Syd's is a licensed South Dakota auto dealer offering used and rebuildable vehicles in addition to recycled parts.

Yankton Metals

1405 Bill Baggs Rd Yankton SD 57078 USA

3.6/5(17 reviews)

Yankton Metals, Inc. is a scrap metal recycling site located in Yankton, SD. The company specializes in purchasing and processing scrap metals.

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

Services: Scrap metal purchasing · Scrap metal sales

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

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110072156040 for YANKTON METALS at 1405 BILL BAGGS RD, YANKTON, SD. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2026-04-14. 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: TRIS:TRI_OFFSITE_2796. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2026-04-14. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Yankton Transfer Station

1200 W 23rd St Yankton SD 57078 USA

4.3/5(3 reviews)

The Transfer Station in Yankton, SD offers various waste disposal services effective August 1, 2023. They accept household waste at $12.00 for up to 320 lbs, then $73.00 per ton, with no charge for recyclables drop-off, sharps drop-off with free containers, waste oil, yard garden waste, and compost. City residents can dispose of tree branches at no charge, while those outside city limits are charged $5.50 per ton. Untreated lumber and clean concrete are accepted at $5.50 per ton, while treated construction debris and construction debris are charged $12.00 for up to 320 lbs, then $73.00 per ton. Shingles without paper or garbage are $5.50 per ton, while dirty shingles are $73.00 per ton. Appliances like washers, dryers, stoves, and dishwashers have specific charges, with all other metals accepted at $5.50 per ton. Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, and air conditioners are charged $55 per unit for Yankton County residents and $110 per unit for those outside the county. Various tire types have different disposal fees, ranging from $4.00 to $250.00 per ton. Different rates apply for garbage disposal based on the type of hauler and location. Visitors are advised to contact the Public Works Director, Adam Haberman, for further inquiries at 416 Walnut Street, Yankton, SD 57078.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Sat 8:00 – 11:45 AM · Sun Closed

Materials Accepted in Yankton

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Yankton include auto salvage, used auto parts, Yankton, Vermillion, rebuildable cars. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in Yankton, South Dakota

The City of Yankton collects garbage weekly in a black 95-gallon cart and single stream recycling every other week in a red 95-gallon cart, for about 4,000 homes. Glass goes in the red cart, plastic bags do not. Larger loads go to the Yankton Transfer Station at 1200 West 23rd Street, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:45 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 11:45 AM.

Frequently Asked Questions

What goes in the red recycling cart in Yankton?

The red 95-gallon cart takes newspaper, magazines, cardboard, plastic, aluminum and tin cans, and glass jars and bottles, all mixed together. Plastic bags are refused and go in the black garbage cart. Recycling is collected every other week on your scheduled day, and carts go out before 7:00 AM.

Where do I take yard waste in Yankton SD?

Take yard waste to the Yankton Transfer Station at 1200 West 23rd Street. Grass, leaves and garden waste are free, and city residents drop tree branches free. The station composts the plant material and gives the compost away self serve. The after-hours area just east of the main entrance takes grass, leaves, garden waste, small sticks and recyclables when the station is closed.

How much does the Yankton Transfer Station charge for appliances and tires?

Washers, dryers and stoves cost $5.50 each, and dishwashers cost $14.00. Refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers and air conditioners cost $55 per unit for Yankton County residents and $110 out of county. Car tires cost $4.00 each and truck tires from 17 to 22.5 inches cost $11.00 each. Rates are before sales tax, effective January 1, 2026.

What does it cost to dump trash or construction debris in Yankton?

Household waste and construction debris both cost $14.00 minimum for loads up to 340 pounds, then $80.00 per ton, before sales tax. Concrete free of rebar and dirt is free, and clean shingles and untreated lumber cost $5.50 per ton. Recyclables, waste oil and sharps drop off free. Station phone: 605-668-5212.

Where is household hazardous waste collected in Yankton?

Yankton holds an annual spring household hazardous waste collection event at the Yankton Transfer Station, 1200 West 23rd Street. The fee is $15 per vehicle, cash or check only. The event refuses tires, car batteries, microwaves, refrigerators and other large appliances, computers, televisions, ammunition, propane cylinders, prescription drugs, sharps and fireworks. Call 605-668-5211 for the date.

Recycling tips for Yankton

  • •Carts go to the curb before 7:00 AM on pickup day.
  • •The transfer station closes at 11:45 AM on Saturday, so weekend loads need an early start.
  • •Separate clean concrete from rebar and dirt. Clean concrete dumps free, dirty concrete costs $5.50 per ton.
  • •Bring cash or a check to the household hazardous waste event, and exact change speeds up the line.

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