Clayton County Recyling Center
Recycling Center in Jonesboro, Georgia
About This Location
The Clayton County Recycling Drop-Off Center sits on GA-138 Spur in Jonesboro and is a free, county-run site for sorted household recyclables. It accepts glass in clear, brown, blue, and green, plastics #1 and #2, cardboard, aluminum cans, and paper including newspapers, magazines, and phone books. The center is open Monday through Saturday and does not allow commercial vehicles or commercial-size loads, which must go to the Clayton County Landfill instead. Free wood chips are sometimes available if you load your own.
What Clayton County Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
No commercial vehicles are allowed. Commercial-size loads must be taken to the Clayton County Landfill.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · No commercial vehicles; commercial-size loads go to the Clayton County Landfill. Closed on Sundays and holidays. Free wood chips sometimes available (load your own).
Programs & events
- Free wood chips
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What plastics does the Clayton County Recycling Center accept?
The center takes plastics marked #1 and #2 only. Other plastic numbers, plus plastic bags, are not accepted.
What glass can I recycle at the Clayton County drop-off center?
You can drop off glass bottles and jars in clear, brown, blue, and green. The center does not take window glass, drinking glasses, mirrors, ceramics, or heat-resistant ovenware.
What are the hours of the Clayton County Recycling Drop-Off Center?
The center is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is closed Sundays and holidays.
Can I bring a commercial or large load to the Clayton County recycling center?
No. Commercial vehicles are not allowed, and commercial-size loads must be taken to the Clayton County Landfill instead.
Does the Clayton County center accept aluminum and steel cans?
It accepts aluminum cans but not steel cans. Rinse cans before dropping them off.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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