Recycling Centers in Russellville, AL
Find drop-off recycling locations in Russellville, Alabama. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Russellville and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Russellville: A Local Guide
Russellville, Alabama has two scrap metal recycling operations both located along US Highway 43 in Franklin County. Tennessee Valley Recycling LLC is one of the oldest scrap processors in the region, tracing its history to 1907, and purchases ferrous and non-ferrous metals including steel, aluminum, copper, brass, and zinc from the general public, dealers, and industrial clients. The yard is open Monday through Friday 8 AM–4:15 PM and Saturday 8 AM–11:45 AM.
SA Recycling operates at the same US-43 address and is a large national scrap metal company that accepts ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, end-of-life vehicles, aluminum wheels, auto batteries, radiators, large appliances, and small electronics. Its yard hours run Monday through Friday 8 AM–3:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM–11:45 AM. Both yards require a valid government-issued photo ID from sellers as required by Alabama scrap metal law — bring your driver's license.
Neither yard in Russellville accepts household recyclables such as glass, paper, cardboard, or plastic bottles. For those materials, Franklin County residents should contact the city's residential collection program or check with the Franklin County Commission for drop-off options.
Russellville sits in Franklin County in the Tennessee River Valley. Neighboring cities with recycling options include Muscle Shoals, Decatur, Huntsville, Moulton, and Jasper. For the full Alabama recycling directory, browse by city or county.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Russellville
Do both Russellville scrap yards require a photo ID?
Yes. Alabama law requires scrap metal dealers to verify seller identity. Both Tennessee Valley Recycling and SA Recycling require a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or equivalent) before purchasing material.
Can I recycle aluminum cans and plastic bottles in Russellville, AL?
Both scrap yards on US-43 accept aluminum cans, but neither takes plastic bottles, glass, or paper. For household recyclables, contact the City of Russellville or Franklin County Commission for current drop-off options. Larger facilities in Decatur or Huntsville may offer broader multi-material recycling.
Where can I scrap a junk car in Russellville, Alabama?
SA Recycling Russellville (256-398-8900) accepts end-of-life vehicles. Call ahead for current vehicle pricing and to confirm whether a title is required.
What are the hours at Russellville recycling centers?
Tennessee Valley Recycling is open Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:15 PM, Sat 8 AM–11:45 AM. SA Recycling is open Mon–Fri 8 AM–3:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–11:45 AM. Both are closed Sundays.