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About This Location

The City of Texarkana, Arkansas operates a free public recycling drop-off at 2601 Dudley St — open Tuesday through Saturday — accepting paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and select plastics from any resident in the area.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum beverage cans (rinsed, separate from all other material)
✓ Steel/tin cans (washed, separate from aluminum)
✓ Paper — office paper, newspaper, notebook paper, colored paper, junk mail, magazines, hardcover books
✓ Cardboard (flattened)
✓ Plastics #1 and #2 — clear bottles and jugs with a neck smaller than the body (rinsed, separated by color: clear vs. colored)
✓ Plastic milk jugs

Related recycling guides: Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Glass of any kind
✕ Plastics #3 through #7
✕ Plastic grocery bags
✕ Styrofoam / EPS foam
✕ Wet or contaminated paper
✕ Food containers with residue (yogurt cups, butter tubs, storage containers)
✕ Ink and toner cartridges
✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Green/yard waste
✕ Household hazardous materials

Programs & events

  • Green Texarkana Monthly Event — Held the second Saturday of each month; expands accepted materials beyond the regular list to include additional container types. Check facebook.com/TexarkanaArkansasRecycling for updates.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Texarkana Arkansas Recycling accept glass?

No. Glass is not currently accepted at the 2601 Dudley St drop-off during regular hours. Check the monthly Green Texarkana event (second Saturday) for any expanded material acceptance.

Do I need to separate my recyclables before dropping them off?

Yes — separation is required. Aluminum cans must be kept separate from steel cans; #1 and #2 plastics must be sorted by color (clear vs. colored). Mixed or contaminated loads will be rejected.

Is this recycling center open on Mondays or Sundays?

No. The facility is open Tuesday through Saturday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM. It is closed Sunday and Monday.

Can residents from outside Texarkana, AR use this drop-off?

The center is operated by the City of Texarkana, Arkansas and serves the local community. No residency proof requirement has been publicized — it is a free, open drop-off during operating hours. Call (870) 779-4946 to confirm current policy.

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Contact & Location

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Address
2601 Dudley St, Texarkana, AR 71854
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City / State
Texarkana, Arkansas

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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