Rome/Floyd Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Rome, Georgia
About This Location
The Rome/Floyd Recycling Center at 412 Lavender Drive is Floyd County's public recycling drop-off, accepting #1 and #2 plastics, aluminum and steel cans, paper, cardboard and more. Staffed hours run Monday through Thursday, and a separate 24-hour drop-off area lets residents leave appliances, scrap metal, documents for shredding and books at any time. Call (706) 291-5266 for current details.
What Rome/Floyd Recycling Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Appliances · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
The official county page does not publish a specific not-accepted list; plastics are limited to #1 and #2. Call (706) 291-5266 to confirm items such as glass or plastics #3-#7 before bringing them.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Staffed Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; a 24-hour drop-off is also available at the facility for appliances, scrap metal, shredding and books.
Programs & events
- 24-hour drop-off
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I recycle in Rome, GA?
The Rome/Floyd Recycling Center at 412 Lavender Drive is the county's main public drop-off. It takes #1 and #2 plastics, aluminum and steel cans, paper, cardboard and paperboard, plus appliances and scrap metal at a separate 24-hour drop-off.
What are the Rome/Floyd Recycling Center hours?
The staffed center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed Friday through Sunday (except holidays). A 24-hour drop-off area at the facility is available any day.
Can I drop off recycling after hours in Rome?
Yes. Floyd County provides a 24-hour drop-off at the facility where you can leave appliances, scrap metal, documents for shredding and books outside of staffed hours.
What plastics does the Rome/Floyd Recycling Center accept?
Only plastics labeled #1 and #2, such as soda bottles, milk jugs, detergent jugs and jars. Plastics #3 through #7 are not listed as accepted, so check before bringing them.
Can I recycle scrap metal or appliances in Rome, GA?
Yes. Appliances and scrap metal can be dropped off at the center's 24-hour area. If you want to be paid for scrap metal instead, you would need a commercial scrap buyer rather than this county center.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.