Recycling Centers in Boone, IA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Boone, Iowa. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Boone has 4 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in Boone: A Local Guide
Boone has a well-rounded recycling infrastructure anchored by two county-operated facilities. The Boone County Recycling Center at 1109 Division St is a free, unstaffed drop-off open 24/7 every day of the year — it accepts glass, food cans, aluminum foil, mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, and plastics #1–2. For everything else, the Boone County Landfill at 1268 224th Ln handles solid waste, appliances, electronics, yard waste, tires, and household hazardous waste during staffed hours (Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM, Sat 8–11 AM). Disposal fees at the landfill are $46/ton, with flat fees for electronics and appliances.
Curbside recycling in Boone is provided by Walters Sanitary Service on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Residents need to call Walters at (515) 432-2866 to obtain a recycling tote before service begins. Can Depot at 927 10th St handles Iowa bottle-deposit redemptions — the state's 5-cent deposit applies to most beer, soda, and water containers. If you're unsure where a specific item goes, the county's online Recycling & Disposal Guide covers dozens of materials from fluorescent bulbs to propane tanks.
The county runs a monthly Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) event on the first Saturday of each month from April through November (8–10 AM at the landfill), accepting aerosols, oil-based paint, antifreeze, gasoline, and fluorescent bulbs at no charge. Prescription drugs can be dropped off at the Boone County Sheriff's Office. For recycling elsewhere in central Iowa, see our listings for Ames, Nevada, and Jefferson, or browse the full Iowa directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Boone
Where can I recycle cardboard for free in Boone, IA?
The Boone County Recycling Center at 1109 Division St accepts corrugated cardboard free of charge, 24 hours a day. Flatten boxes and make sure they are dry and grease-free (no pizza boxes) before dropping them off.
How do I dispose of electronics in Boone, IA?
Bring electronics to the Boone County Landfill at 1268 224th Ln during staffed hours (Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM, Sat 8–11 AM). Fees apply: LCD screens $15, CRT monitors $25, plasma/console screens $35, and laptops $5 per box. Declare items to the scale attendant when you arrive.
Does Boone County pick up recycling at the curb?
Walters Sanitary Service offers curbside recycling pickup on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. You must contact Walters at (515) 432-2866 to get a recycling tote first. The free 24/7 drop-off alternative is the Boone County Recycling Center on Division St.
Where can I drop off household hazardous waste in Boone, IA?
The Boone County Landfill hosts free HHW drop-off events on the first Saturday of each month from April through November, 8:00–10:00 AM. Accepted items include aerosols, oil-based paints, antifreeze, gasoline, fertilizers, and fluorescent bulbs. The Bondurant Regional Collection Center is another year-round option for HHW.