Recycling Centers in Hanford, CA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Hanford, California. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Hanford, California. This directory lists 4 facilities serving the Hanford area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Hanford: A Local Guide
Hanford, CA has 4 recycling options in our directory, mainly CRV buyback and scrap yards. The City of Hanford provides weekly three-cart curbside service (blue for recyclables, green for greenwaste and food waste, black for refuse) through the Kings Waste & Recycling Authority, a joint powers authority serving Hanford, Lemoore, Corcoran and Kings County (verified at ci.hanford.ca.us). For other California cities, see our California recycling hub.
For CRV buyback and drop-off in our directory, see 84 Recycling, Hanford Recycling, Cal State Recycling and the Recycling Center on Visalia Street. Check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Nearby California cities with more centers include Visalia (8), Fresno (32) and Bakersfield (12). Browse the full California hub for more.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Hanford
What curbside recycling does the City of Hanford provide?
Hanford provides weekly automated three-cart service using 96-gallon carts: a blue cart for recyclables, a green cart for greenwaste and food waste, and a black cart for refuse. To sign up for residential collection, call the Finance Department at (559) 585-2510. Confirm your pickup day with the city.
Who runs recycling in Hanford, CA?
Collection and processing are handled through the Kings Waste & Recycling Authority (KWRA), a joint powers authority formed in 1989 that includes Hanford, Lemoore, Corcoran and unincorporated Kings County. The city coordinates residential service with KWRA. Contact the city for sign-up and KWRA for processing questions.
Can I get cash for CRV bottles and cans in Hanford?
Yes. California's CRV program refunds deposits on eligible beverage containers at certified buyback centers. Hanford has several recyclers, including 84 Recycling, that handle CRV redemption. Rates follow the state CRV schedule and can change, so confirm current payouts and accepted containers with the center.
Does California require recycling?
Yes. California has statewide recycling and organics mandates (including SB 1383 for food and yard waste), which is why Hanford's green cart takes food waste as well as greenwaste. Specific requirements and accepted items can change, so confirm current rules with the City of Hanford or KWRA.