Household, rechargeable, lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries all need special handling — they can start fires in trucks and landfills and contain recoverable metals.

In Indiana we list 23 batteries drop-off locations across 23 cities, with the most in Anderson, Broad St New Castle, Cartwright Dr Kokomo, Columbus and E 300 S Lagrange. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Batteries Drop-Off Locations in Indiana

St. Joseph County Solid Waste Management District

📍South Bend · 828 W Kerr St, South Bend, IN 46601
📞+1 574-235-9971
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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Ace Battery Sales Inc

📍Indianapolis · 2250 N Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46218
📞+1 317-786-2717
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Randolph County Recycling District

📍Winchester · 105 W Franklin St, Winchester, IN 47394
📞+1 765-584-9816
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Ohio County Recycle Center

📍Rising Sun · 1432 Barbour Wy, Rising Sun, IN 47040
📞+1 812-801-9037
🕐Today: Closed
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Neal Scrap Metals Llc

📍I Ave New Castle · 1711 I Ave, New Castle, IN 47362
📞+1 765-529-4184
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4 PM
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Floyd County Solid Waste

📍Grant Line Rd New Albany · 3005 Grant Line Rd, New Albany, IN 47150
📞+1 812-948-4733
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Howard County Recycling District

📍Cartwright Dr Kokomo · 4102 Cartwright Dr, Kokomo, IN 46902
📞+1 765-456-2274
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Spencer County Recycles

📍In 245 Santa Claus · 15169 IN-245, Santa Claus, IN 47579
📞+1 812-362-7401
🕐Today: 10 AM–6 PM
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Lagrange County Convenience Center - Niswmd

📍E 300 S Lagrange · 0530 E 300 S, LaGrange, IN 46761
📞+1 260-463-3306
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Henry County Solid Waste Management District

📍Broad St New Castle · 1121 Broad St, New Castle, IN 47362
📞+1 765-529-1691
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Advantage Recycling

📍In 32 Crawfordsville · 5601 IN-32, Crawfordsville, IN 47933
📞+1 765-362-3280
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Newlon Metals

📍Kokomo · 115 W Monroe St, Kokomo, IN 46901
📞+1 765-457-4768
🕐Today: 7 AM–4:30 PM
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Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District

📍Nashville · 176 Old State Rd 46, Nashville, IN 47448
📞+1 812-988-0140
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Ripley County Recycle Center

📍N Hasmer Hill Rd Osgood · 2710 N Hasmer Hill Rd, Osgood, IN 47037
📞+1 812-292-2360
🕐Today: 12–6 PM
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Clarks Recycling Inc.

📍Huntington · 100 Hitzfield St, Huntington, IN 46750
📞+1 260-356-8314
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Washington Recycling Center

📍Washington · 2200 Memorial Ave, Washington, IN 47501
📞+1 812-254-4564
🕐Today: 7 AM–3:30 PM
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Newco Recycling

📍Anderson · 1515 E 22nd St, Anderson, IN 46016
📞+1 765-644-6649
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Kc Recycling

📍Warsaw · 220 S Union St, Warsaw, IN 46580
📞+1 574-372-3087
🕐Today: 12–4 PM
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Elwood Recycling Center

📍Elwood · 1033 S H St, Elwood, IN 46036
📞+1 765-552-7080
🕐Today: 9 AM–4 PM
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Newco Metals Inc

📍Pendleton · 7268 SR 13, Pendleton, IN 46064
📞+1 317-485-7721
🕐Today: 7 AM–4:15 PM
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Columbus Recycling Center

📍Columbus · 720 S Mapleton St, Columbus, IN 47201
📞+1 812-376-2614
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Grant County Recycling Center

📍Gas City · 3939 S Garthwaite Rd, Gas City, IN 46933
📞+1 765-677-6044
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Tipton County Solid Waste Management & Recycling

📍Tipton · 814 Development Dr, Tipton, IN 46072
📞+1 765-675-9006
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Batteries in Indiana: What to Know

🔋 Single-use (alkaline)
Common AA/AAA/9V. Some areas accept in regular trash, but recycling is preferred.
⚡ Rechargeable & lithium-ion
Phone, laptop and power-tool batteries. Tape the terminals and never bin them loose.
🚗 Lead-acid (car)
Vehicle batteries are widely bought back by auto and scrap yards for their lead.

How to Prepare Batteries

  • Tape the terminals of lithium and 9V batteries to prevent sparks.
  • Never put lithium-ion batteries in curbside recycling — they cause fires.
  • Bag batteries separately and keep them out of the rain.
  • Bring lead-acid car batteries to an auto parts store or scrap yard — many pay a core fee.

Batteries Recycling FAQ — Indiana

Which Indiana cities have the most batteries drop-off locations?

The most batteries drop-offs are in Anderson (1), Broad St New Castle (1), Cartwright Dr Kokomo (1), Columbus (1) and E 300 S Lagrange (1). In total we list 23 locations across 23 Indiana cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle batteries in Indiana?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Indiana directory. Many hardware stores and electronics retailers also host battery drop-off boxes. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off batteries?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put batteries in my curbside bin?

Usually no — batteries typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all battery recycling locations by city, the full Indiana recycling directory, or batteries recycling in Texas, Georgia, New Jersey, Minnesota, Pennsylvania.