Recycling Centers in Elberton, GA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Elberton, Georgia. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Elberton, 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 Elberton: A Local Guide
Elberton, GA 30635, the seat of Elbert County, offers several verified recycling options for residents. The most accessible public facility is the City of Elberton Recycling Center at 209 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (by the railroad underpass on the bypass) — a free drive-through drop-off open Monday through Friday 8 AM–5 PM, accepting newspapers, magazines, books, mail, cardboard, glass containers, plastic bottles, metal food and drink cans, and aluminum. All items must be clean and dry. High-volume cardboard generators can arrange on-site pickup through Public Works at (706) 213-3190.
For scrap metal recycling, Scrap Money Recycling LLC at 2535 Washington Hwy (US-17) operates Tuesday through Saturday 8 AM–5 PM and pays market prices for ferrous and non-ferrous metals including steel, iron, aluminum, copper, and brass. No appointment is required. Call (762) 533-0780 to confirm current pricing for your load. Petersburg Recycling is also listed in Elberton, though verified operational details were not available at time of writing — residents are advised to confirm directly.
Elbert County operates eight convenience centers throughout the county plus a transfer station at 2188 Hulmes Chapel Rd that accept recyclable materials. For details on specific convenience center locations and hours, contact the Elbert County Solid Waste Department at (706) 283-1505. Nearby cities with additional recycling resources include Hartwell, Anderson, and Athens. Explore the full Georgia recycling directory for statewide options.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Elberton
Where can I recycle cardboard, glass, and plastics for free in Elberton, GA?
The City of Elberton Recycling Center at 209 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd is free and open Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM. It accepts newspapers, magazines, cardboard, glass containers, plastic bottles, and metal cans — all items must be clean and dry. Call (706) 213-3190.
Where can I sell or recycle scrap metal in Elberton?
Scrap Money Recycling LLC at 2535 Washington Hwy buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals Tuesday–Saturday 8 AM–5 PM. No appointment required. Call (762) 533-0780 for current prices.
Does Elbert County operate any recycling drop-off locations outside the city?
Yes — Elbert County runs eight convenience centers at locations including Petersburg Road, Longstreet Road, Chastain Road, and others across the county, all accepting recyclable materials. The county transfer station is at 2188 Hulmes Chapel Rd. Contact Elbert County Solid Waste at (706) 283-1505 for hours and specifics.
Is Petersburg Recycling in Elberton open to the public?
Verified hours, address, and services for Petersburg Recycling could not be confirmed from official sources at the time of this writing. For confirmed public recycling in Elberton, use the City Recycling Center (free, Mon–Fri) or Scrap Money Recycling for metals.