Brownwood, Texas

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Brownwood Iron & Metal Co

1500 Melwood Ave Brownwood TX 76801 USA

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Brownwood Iron & Metal has been involved in the buying and processing of ferrous and non-ferrous metals for over sixty years. The company is known for providing professional service and competitive pricing to its customers.

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

Accepts: Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals

Services: Metal buying · Metal processing

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

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110033570794 for BROWNWOOD IRON & METAL at 1500 MELWOOD AVE, BROWNWOOD, TX. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2014-10-29. 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: NPDES:TXR05M291, TX-TCEQ ACR:RN102793122. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STATE MASTER, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2014-10-29. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Central Texas Auto Recyclers

2810 FM 2125 S Brownwood TX 76801 USA

4.2/5(77 reviews)

Central Texas Auto Recyclers is an established auto salvage facility in Brownwood that specializes in used and new parts for vehicles. They purchase wrecked and unwanted vehicles, provide nationwide parts locating and shipping, and offer a 90-day warranty on parts. Full-service operation serving the region with customer service as a priority.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Accepts: Used auto parts, Wrecked and unwanted vehicles

Services: Used auto parts sales · Nationwide shipping · Parts locating service · Cash for wrecked vehicles

What are Central Texas Auto Recyclers hours?

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

What is the phone number?

Local (325) 646-6020 or toll-free 877-646-6020.

City of Brownwood Recycling center

6800 FM 45 Brownwood TX 76801 USA

5/5(4 reviews)

The City of Brownwood Recycling Center offers quality services for the reuse, reduction, and recycling of materials. It aims to prolong the life of the landfill while promoting environmentally friendly practices.

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Listed hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

Accepts: Cardboard, Plastic bottles, Aluminum cans, Scrap metal, Latex paint, Clean wood

Services: Residential waste disposal · Mulch sales · Compost sales · Brush disposal · Paint recycling · Tire disposal · Freon recovery

What items are accepted at the Recycling center?

The Recycling Center accepts various items including cardboard, plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and scrap metal.

Do my containers need to be clean when I bring them out?

Yes, containers should be clean when brought to the Recycling Center.

Hi-Way Auto Inc.

2805 TX-279

Hi-Way Auto Inc. is a Central Texas dismantling and recycling facility on TX-279 in Brownwood, now part of the Aesop Auto Parts network. The 50-acre yard stocks late-model recycled parts for collision shops, mechanical repair facilities, and retail customers, with warranties on sold components. Hi-Way has operated in Brownwood since the late 1940s and joined Aesop Auto Parts in November 2022.

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Listed hours: Call for current hours

Accepts: Salvaged late-model vehicles, Recycled auto parts

Services: Late-model used auto parts · Vehicle dismantling and recycling · Nationwide parts shipping · Warranty on sold parts · Parts for collision and mechanical shops · Environmental fluid disposal

Is Hi-Way Auto part of a larger network?

Yes. Hi-Way Auto joined the Aesop Auto Parts family in November 2022 while continuing to operate at its Brownwood location.

Where is Hi-Way Auto located?

The facility is at 2805 TX-279 in Brownwood, Texas 76801.

Materials Accepted in Brownwood

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Brownwood include recycling, Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals, metal recycling, ferrous metals. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Brownwood, Texas

The City of Brownwood Sanitation Department empties city-provided 96-gallon carts twice a week and alley dumpsters once a week. The Brownwood Regional Landfill and the Brownwood Recycling Center share one site at 6800 FM 45 S, open Monday through Saturday. Brush and bulky items get free pickup by request, and the recycling center takes latex paint, scrap metal, appliances, and tires. Government-issued ID required for regulated metals including copper and catalytic converters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brownwood TX have curbside trash pickup?

Yes. The City of Brownwood Sanitation Department gives each household a 96-gallon cart and empties it twice a week, either Monday and Thursday or Tuesday and Friday. Collection starts at 7:00 a.m. Alley dumpsters are emptied once a week. Call Sanitation at 325-643-4200.

What are the Brownwood TX landfill and recycling center hours?

The Brownwood Regional Landfill and the Brownwood Recycling Center are both at 6800 FM 45 S. Both are open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and customers must arrive 15 minutes before closing. The landfill phone is 325-646-6574 and the recycling center phone is 325-641-8832.

How much does the Brownwood TX landfill charge?

The landfill charges $44 per ton with an $11.00 minimum inside city limits, and $54 per ton with a $13.50 minimum outside. City rates require a current City of Brownwood water bill and matching ID. At the recycling center, residential loads cost $5.00 per pickup or single-axle trailer inside the city and $13.50 outside. Uncovered loads pay double at the landfill and a $20 extra fee at the recycling center.

How do I get rid of bulky items and brush in Brownwood TX?

Request free pickup from Sanitation at 325-643-4200, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or through the online Brush and Bulky Item Pick up Request Form. Sort brush, bagged leaves, bagged grass, bulky items, and metals into separate piles and cut limbs to five feet or less. Apartments, businesses, and construction debris are not covered. City residents also drop brush at the recycling center free with a water bill and matching license, as long as the load is covered with a tarp or net.

Where do I take old paint and tires in Brownwood TX?

The Brownwood Recycling Center at 6800 FM 45 S takes residential latex paint in the original container with a legible label, 10 gallons or less per household. Oil-based paints and stains are refused, so dry them out and throw them away. Tires on rims are refused; car tires 20 inches and under cost $6.00 each, truck tires over 20 inches $12.00, and tractor or equipment tires $150.00.

Where do I recycle appliances and scrap metal in Brownwood TX?

The Brownwood Recycling Center takes scrap metal, including water heaters, lawn mowers, and ovens. Refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances with freon, including AC units, cost $10 per item for freon recovery and must arrive fully intact. Units with cut or illegally recovered freon are refused.

Recycling tips for Brownwood

•Set the cart out before 7:00 a.m. on collection day and pull it in by 8:00 a.m. the day after.
•Bring a City of Brownwood water bill from the last 6 months and a matching driver's license to get city rates.
•Cover every load with a tarp or net before you drive to the landfill or recycling center.
•The recycling center gives away pulverized glass for landscaping; bring your own container.
•Spray paint and chemicals such as paint stripper, mineral spirits, and muriatic acid are refused at the recycling center.

Recycling centers near Brownwood

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