Recycling Centers in Morrilton, AR
Find drop-off recycling locations in Morrilton, Arkansas. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Morrilton, Arkansas can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Morrilton: A Local Guide
Morrilton, Arkansas (Conway County seat, zip 72110) lies along I-40 and US-64 in the Arkansas River Valley, roughly 50 miles northwest of Little Rock. The city hosts two competing scrap metal dealers, making it one of the better-served small cities in the region for cash-for-scrap recycling.
John Gunderman Scrap Metals at 100 S Cedar St is a longtime local scrap dealer buying ferrous metals (steel, iron, cast iron) and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, brass). Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Closed Sundays. The downtown Cedar Street location is convenient for residents on the west side of the city. Reach the yard at (501) 354-8420.
Arkansas Valley Scrap Metal at 2135 US-64 operates as both a full-service scrap metal buyer and a used auto parts yard on the main east-west corridor through Conway County. It accepts aluminum cans, copper wire, stainless steel, brass, and ferrous scrap, paying cash at state-certified scales. Hours mirror Gunderman: Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm, Saturday 8 am–noon, Sunday closed. Phone: (501) 354-8727.
Having two yards in the same small city lets sellers compare spot prices before committing — commodity prices for copper, aluminum, and steel fluctuate daily. For materials beyond scrap metal, the City of Morrilton runs Friday curbside recycling pickup through CARDS Recycling for eligible residents. ADEQ periodically holds household hazardous waste collection events in Conway County; the current schedule is at adeq.state.ar.us. Other recycling and scrap options in the region include facilities in Conway, Russellville, and Searcy.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Morrilton
Which scrap yard in Morrilton pays more for copper and aluminum?
Both John Gunderman Scrap Metals and Arkansas Valley Scrap Metal base prices on the same commodity markets and use state-certified scales, but daily prices can differ. Call both — (501) 354-8420 and (501) 354-8727 — before loading your vehicle to get the best rate.
Can I recycle aluminum cans in Morrilton, AR?
Yes — Arkansas Valley Scrap Metal on US-64 explicitly buys aluminum cans along with other non-ferrous scrap. John Gunderman also buys aluminum. Both are open Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm and Saturday until noon.
Where can Morrilton residents recycle paper, cardboard, and plastics?
Neither scrap yard accepts non-metal recyclables. The City of Morrilton offers Friday curbside recycling pickup through CARDS Recycling for eligible city residents. Contact Morrilton City Hall or CARDS Recycling to confirm your address is on the route.
Are there household hazardous waste drop-off options near Morrilton, AR?
Arkansas ADEQ hosts periodic HHW collection events across the state, including in Conway County. Visit adeq.state.ar.us for the current event calendar. The nearest permanent HHW facility is in Conway (about 25 miles east on I-40).