Recycling Centers in Covington, GA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Covington, Georgia. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Covington, Georgia can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Covington: A Local Guide
Covington, Georgia has 5 recycling options listed on recycling-centers.org, a mix of county-run convenience centers (Newton County Recycling Center, Piper Rd and Oak Hill), scrap and private yards (Allied Recycling and L B Recycling Center). For residents inside the city limits, the City of Covington runs an automatic curbside recycling program: a recycle bin is provided to each resident and recyclables are picked up on Wednesdays and Fridays, accepting plastic, aluminum and tin cans, newspapers and magazines. See more Georgia cities on our Georgia recycling hub.
For drop-off, county-run sites include the Newton County Recycling Center on Lower River Rd, the Piper Rd Convenience Center and Oak Hill Recycling Center, which is listed for residents and takes household garbage, bulk waste and recyclables. Private and scrap yards include Allied Recycling Inc. Newton County's neighborhood convenience centers require a vehicle hang tag, so bring proof of residency. Check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
If you don't find what you need locally, nearby Georgia cities on our directory have more centers: Atlanta (12), Macon (11), Augusta (5) and Forsyth (6). You can also browse the full list on the Georgia state hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Covington
Does Covington have curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Covington provides automatic curbside recycling to residents inside the city limits. A recycle bin is provided to each household, and recyclables (plastic, aluminum and tin cans, newspapers and magazines) are picked up on Wednesdays and Fridays. Residents outside the city limits use Newton County's convenience centers instead.
Do I need a hang tag to use Newton County recycling centers?
Yes. Newton County requires a vehicle hang tag to access its neighborhood convenience and recycling centers. You must apply and show a driver's license plus proof of residency (such as a current property tax bill, utility bill, mortgage statement or lease). Confirm current fees and locations with Newton County before your trip.
Where can I recycle scrap metal or a car in Covington?
Private scrap and recycling yards such as Allied Recycling Inc and L B Recycling Center handle metals. Pricing and accepted grades vary by yard and by day, so call ahead. Check each center's page on this site for address and contact details and confirm directly with the yard.
What can't go in Covington's curbside recycling bin?
The city's listed curbside stream covers plastic, aluminum and tin cans, newspapers and magazines. Items outside that list vary by program; for household hazardous waste, electronics, tires or bulky items, use a Newton County convenience center or a specialized drop-off and verify acceptance in advance.