Recycling Centers in Georgetown, DE
Find drop-off recycling locations in Georgetown, Delaware. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Georgetown, Delaware. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Georgetown area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Georgetown: A Local Guide
Georgetown, the county seat of Sussex County in southern Delaware, is home to a major Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) campus at 28560 Landfill Lane — a site that functions as both an active municipal landfill and one of the state's most comprehensive public recycling centers.
The DSWA Southern Recycling Center is the public-facing recycling hub on the property. It operates Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and is free for all Delaware residents. Materials accepted include single-stream recyclables (paper, cardboard, bottles, cans), used motor oil and oil filters, household batteries, electronics (e-waste), Styrofoam, books, and cigarette butts. Special events held on-site include household hazardous waste drop-off every Monday 10 AM–2 PM, paper shredding on the first Monday of each month, and latex paint collection on the last Monday of each month.
The adjacent Jones Crossroads Landfill handles municipal solid waste and construction debris from Delaware households and businesses. Landfill gate hours are slightly different — Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Tipping fees apply for waste disposal. The landfill also accepts sharps (needles/syringes) in approved sealed containers for safe disposal.
Both facilities exclusively serve waste generated within Delaware; out-of-state material is refused. Residents from Sussex County communities including Seaford, Milford, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, and across Delaware can use these resources. For those outside the immediate area, DSWA operates additional facilities statewide.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Georgetown
Can I drop off household hazardous waste at the Georgetown DSWA site?
Yes. The DSWA Southern Recycling Center accepts household hazardous waste every Monday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This includes paints, solvents, pesticides, and other HHW. The service is free for Delaware residents.
What are the hours for the Southern Recycling Center vs. the landfill at 28560 Landfill Lane?
The Southern Recycling Center is open Mon–Sat 8:30 AM–3:30 PM. The Jones Crossroads Landfill gate opens earlier: Mon–Sat 7:00 AM–5:00 PM. Both are closed Sunday.
Is Georgetown's DSWA facility open to residents from Maryland or Virginia?
No. DSWA is a Delaware state agency and its facilities accept only waste and recyclables generated within Delaware. Out-of-state material is not accepted at either the landfill or the recycling center.
Does DSWA Georgetown accept old TVs, computers, and electronics?
Yes. Electronics recycling is available at the DSWA Southern Recycling Center Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM — free for Delaware residents. This includes TVs, computers, monitors, and other consumer electronics.