Montevallo Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Montevallo, Alabama
About This Location
The Montevallo Recycling Center is a free, city-run drop-off at 1120 Overland Road where residents can recycle household materials at no cost. It accepts all types of paper and cardboard, metal cans (steel, aluminum and tin), and plastics #1, #2 and #5 such as bottles, containers and cups. The center partners with RePower South and Secure Shredding and Recycling for added services, but does not take glass, styrofoam, tires, batteries, liquids, mattresses, furniture, construction debris or hazardous waste.
What Montevallo Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
The center takes only the listed clean recyclables; no glass, styrofoam, bulky plastics, tires, batteries, liquids, hazardous waste or large bulky items.
Access & restrictions
Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · Free drop-off for residents during open hours. Anything requiring a fee cannot be accepted at the center.
Programs & events
- RePower South partnership — The center partners with RePower South for processing of recyclables.
- Secure Shredding and Recycling / e-recycling — Electronics recycling offered through a partnership with Secure Shredding and Recycling.
- America's Thrift Stores donation bins — America's Thrift Stores donation bins on site for clothing/household donations.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What plastics does the Montevallo Recycling Center accept?
Only plastics marked #1, #2 and #5 - such as bottles, containers and cups. Other plastic numbers and bulky plastic items are not accepted.
Does Montevallo recycle glass?
No. The center does not accept glass, and it also turns away styrofoam, tires, batteries, liquids and hazardous waste.
Is the Montevallo Recycling Center free?
Yes. The City of Montevallo provides the center so residents can recycle household materials at no cost. Items that would require a disposal fee cannot be accepted.
Can I recycle electronics in Montevallo?
Yes, e-recycling is offered through a partnership with Secure Shredding and Recycling, but anything that would carry a fee cannot be taken at the drop-off.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.