Household hazardous waste (HHW) — paint, solvents, pesticides, cleaners, automotive fluids, propane and more — must never go in the trash or down the drain. Counties run permanent HHW facilities and periodic collection events.

In Indiana we list 14 household hazardous waste drop-off locations across 14 cities, with the most in Ashley, Cartwright Dr Kokomo, E 300 S Lagrange, Elwood and Franklin. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Locations in Indiana

St. Joseph County Solid Waste Management District

📍South Bend · 828 W Kerr St, South Bend, IN 46601
📞+1 574-235-9971
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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Randolph County Recycling District

📍Winchester · 105 W Franklin St, Winchester, IN 47394
📞+1 765-584-9816
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Floyd County Solid Waste

📍Grant Line Rd New Albany · 3005 Grant Line Rd, New Albany, IN 47150
📞+1 812-948-4733
🕐Today: 9 AM–2 PM
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Howard County Recycling District

📍Cartwright Dr Kokomo · 4102 Cartwright Dr, Kokomo, IN 46902
📞+1 765-456-2274
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Lagrange County Convenience Center - Niswmd

📍E 300 S Lagrange · 0530 E 300 S, LaGrange, IN 46761
📞+1 260-463-3306
🕐Today: Closed
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Southeastern Indiana Recycling District

📍North Shun Pike Road Madison · 6556 North Shun Pike Road, Madison, IN 47250
📞+1 812-574-4080
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Monroe County Solid Waste - The District

📍S Walnut St Bloomington · 3400 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47401
📞+1 812-349-2020
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
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Northeast Indiana Solid Waste Management District

📍Ashley · 2320 W 800 S, Ashley, IN 46705
📞+1 260-587-3063
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Kc Recycling

📍Warsaw · 220 S Union St, Warsaw, IN 46580
📞+1 574-372-3087
🕐Today: 7–11 AM
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Elwood Recycling Center

📍Elwood · 1033 S H St, Elwood, IN 46036
📞+1 765-552-7080
🕐Today: Closed
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Jennings County Recycle Center

📍North Vernon · 4800 IN-3, North Vernon, IN 47265
📞+1 812-352-0800
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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Grant County Recycling Center

📍Gas City · 3939 S Garthwaite Rd, Gas City, IN 46933
📞+1 765-677-6044
🕐Today: Closed
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Johnson County Recycling Center

📍Franklin · 2250 Graham Rd, Franklin, IN 46131
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Jay County Solid Waste Management District

📍In 67 Portland · 5948 IN-67, Portland, IN 47371
📞+1 260-729-5071
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Household Hazardous Waste in Indiana: What to Know

🎨 Paints & solvents
Latex paint can often be dried out and binned; oil-based paint and solvents are HHW.
🛢️ Automotive fluids
Motor oil, antifreeze and gasoline need dedicated drop-off.
☣️ Chemicals & pesticides
Keep in original labeled containers; never mix products.

How to Prepare Household Hazardous Waste

  • Keep products in their original, labeled containers.
  • Never mix chemicals together.
  • Many HHW sites are for residents only and may require an appointment — check first.
  • Transport upright and sealed in your trunk, away from passengers.

Household Hazardous Waste Recycling FAQ — Indiana

Which Indiana cities have the most household hazardous waste drop-off locations?

The most household hazardous waste drop-offs are in Ashley (1), Cartwright Dr Kokomo (1), E 300 S Lagrange (1), Elwood (1) and Franklin (1). In total we list 14 locations across 14 Indiana cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle household hazardous waste in Indiana?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Indiana directory. Most areas run a county HHW facility or seasonal collection events rather than daily drop-off. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off household hazardous waste?

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 household hazardous waste in my curbside bin?

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

See all household hazardous waste disposal locations by city, the full Indiana recycling directory, or household hazardous waste recycling in Minnesota, Texas, North Carolina, New Jersey, Massachusetts.