American Iron & Metal
Recycling Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado
About This Location
American Iron & Metal is a scrap-metal recycling yard at 3315 Drennan Industrial Loop in Colorado Springs that pays cash or check on the spot for scrap. It buys all types of metal - aluminum, copper, brass, stainless, steel, cast iron, insulated wire, radiators, batteries, electric motors and catalytic converters - plus junk cars, trucks and appliances. It's a commercial scrap buyer, not a curbside/household recycling drop-off.
What American Iron & Metal Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Appliances
What they do not accept
This is a commercial scrap-metal buyer, not a household recycling center. It does not take curbside recyclables such as household plastics, glass, paper or cardboard. The site notes it has prohibited items but does not list them online - call before bringing anything unusual.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Walk-in scrap buyer; pays immediate cash or check. Nonferrous cutoff is 3:45 PM. Closed weekends and major holidays. Colorado law typically requires photo ID for scrap-metal sales - confirm with the yard.
Programs & events
- Cash/check for scrap
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does American Iron & Metal pay cash for scrap?
Yes. The Colorado Springs yard pays immediate cash or check for accepted scrap metal, junk vehicles and appliances. Current prices depend on the market and the material you bring.
What metals does American Iron & Metal buy?
They buy aluminum, copper, brass, stainless, steel, cast iron, insulated wire, radiators, lead-acid batteries, electric motors, catalytic converters and more, plus junk cars, trucks and appliances.
What are the hours, and is there a nonferrous cutoff?
The yard is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:15 PM, and closed weekends and major holidays. Nonferrous metals have an earlier cutoff at 3:45 PM, so arrive before then for copper, brass and aluminum.
Can I drop off household recycling like plastic or glass here?
No. American Iron & Metal is a scrap-metal buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. For plastic, glass, paper and cardboard, use the City of Colorado Springs curbside/hauler service or El Paso County recycling options.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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