Glass bottles and jars are infinitely recyclable, but many curbside programs have dropped glass because it breaks and contaminates other materials. Dedicated glass drop-off bins are now the most reliable option in many cities.

In Missouri we list 21 glass drop-off locations across 21 cities, with the most in Boonville, Brookline, Carthage, Excelsior Springs and Gainesville. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Glass Drop-Off Locations in Missouri

St Charles County Recycle Works

📍St Charles · 60 Triad South Dr, St Charles, MO 63304
📞+1 636-949-1800
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Boonslick Industries Inc

📍Boonville · 1620 W Ashley Rd, Boonville, MO 65233
📞+1 660-882-5576
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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St Charles County Recycle Center

📍Wentzville · 2110 E Pitman Ave, Wentzville, MO 63385
📞+1 636-949-1800
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Lee's Summit Resource Recovery Park

📍Lees Summit · 2011 SE Hamblen Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64082
📞+1 816-287-2221
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–4 PM
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Ted's Trash Service

📍Independence · Inc., 10736 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64052
📞+1 816-252-1594
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Monett Recycling Center

📍Monett · 205 15th St, Monett, MO 65708
📞+1 417-235-4661
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Jefferson County Recycling Center

📍Hillsboro · 355 Elm St, Hillsboro, MO 63050
📞+1 636-797-5043
🕐Today: 8 AM–12 PM
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Ozark County Recycling Center

📍Gainesville · 3 HC, Gainesville, MO 65655
📞+1 417-679-3444
🕐Today: 6:30 AM–4:30 PM
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St Joseph City Recycling

📍St Joseph · 3405 S Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64503
📞+1 816-232-4401
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Carthage Recycling Center

📍Carthage · 1309 Oak Hill Rd, Carthage, MO 64836
📞+1 417-237-7024
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:15 PM
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Yardwaste Recycling Center

📍Brookline · 3790 S Farm Rd 119, Brookline, MO 65619
📞+1 417-864-1904
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Ste Genevieve Recycling Center

📍Ste Genevieve · 17690 US-61, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
📞+1 573-883-9686
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Neosho Recycle Center

📍Neosho · 4700 Howard Bush Dr, Neosho, MO 64850
📞+1 417-455-9430
🕐Today: Closed
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East Central Missouri Recycling Center

📍Warrenton · 24448 State Hwy 47, Warrenton, MO 63383
📞+1 636-377-4130
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Kearney Recycling Center

📍Kearney · 504 19th St, Kearney, MO 64060
🕐Today: Closed
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Jackson Recycling Center

📍Jackson · 508 Eastview Ct, Jackson, MO 63755
📞+1 573-243-5691
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Hollister Recycling Center

📍Hollister · 399 Freeman Ln, Hollister, MO 65672
📞+1 417-334-6244
🕐Today: 9 AM–4 PM
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Kirkwood Recycling Depository

📍Kirkwood · 350 S Taylor Ave, Kirkwood, MO 63122
📞+1 314-822-5828
🕐Today: Open 24 hours
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Northwest Recycling

📍Maryville · Northwest Recycling, Maryville, MO 64468
🕐Today: 7 AM–6 PM
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Excelsior Springs Recycle Center

📍Excelsior Springs · 1290 S Marietta St, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
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Andrew County Recycling Center

📍Savannah · 501 N 11th St, Savannah, MO 64485
🕐Today: 9 AM–2 PM
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Recycling Glass in Missouri: What to Know

🍾 Bottles & jars
Rinse and drop in a glass-only bin; colors are usually mixed.
🚫 Not accepted
Window glass, mirrors, Pyrex, ceramics and light bulbs are a different composition — keep them out.

How to Prepare Glass

  • Rinse containers and leave labels on (they burn off in processing).
  • Keep window glass, mirrors, ceramics and Pyrex out of the glass stream.
  • Use a dedicated glass drop-off if your curbside program no longer takes glass.

Glass Recycling FAQ — Missouri

Which Missouri cities have the most glass drop-off locations?

The most glass drop-offs are in Boonville (1), Brookline (1), Carthage (1), Excelsior Springs (1) and Gainesville (1). In total we list 21 locations across 21 Missouri cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle glass in Missouri?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Missouri directory. Look for dedicated glass drop-off bins — many curbside programs no longer accept glass. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off glass?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put glass in my curbside bin?

Usually no — glass typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all glass recycling locations by city, the full Missouri recycling directory, or glass recycling in California, New Jersey, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Minnesota.