Des Moines County Recyclers

Recycling Center in Burlington, Iowa

📍 1818 W Burlington Ave, Burlington, IA 52601
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📞 +1 319-753-8126 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Des Moines County Recyclers is the alternate name used for the Des Moines County Regional Solid Waste Commission's recycling facility at 1818 W Burlington Ave — the same operation as Area Recyclers, processing about 3,000 tons of recyclables annually for southeast Iowa communities.

What this location Accepts

✓ Newspapers, magazines, catalogs, office paper, junk mail, phone books
✓ Corrugated cardboard (flattened and bundled)
✓ Glass jars, bottles, drinking glasses, dishes, ceramics
✓ Tin and aluminum cans, foil, pie pans, food trays
✓ Plastic bottles and containers #1, #2, and #5
✓ Appliances (by appointment, $10 fee)

Related recycling guides: Appliances · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Cereal boxes and paperboard cartons
✕ Pizza boxes (grease contamination)
✕ Motor oil bottles (petroleum contamination)
✕ Plastics #3, #4, #6, and #7
✕ Hazardous household waste — use HazChem Center in West Burlington

Fees

  • Appliances — $10 each (cash or check)
  • Standard recyclables — Free

Access & restrictions

This facility operates under both the 'Area Recyclers' and 'Des Moines County Recyclers' names in public directories; it is the same location and service

Programs & events

  • Bi-weekly curbside collection — Serves 13 incorporated communities in Des Moines County on a rotating bi-weekly schedule
  • X-Stream Portable Containers — Portable recycling bins for events and organizations; $10 deposit, no rental fee
  • Recycled 2 You Store — Reuse store on site; accepts and sells donated household items, M–F 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • HazChem Center (separate location) — HHW disposal at 13758 Washington Rd, West Burlington, IA — by appointment; TVs $15 drop-off M–F and 2nd/4th Sat

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'Des Moines County Recyclers' the same as Area Recyclers?

Yes. Both names refer to the same facility at 1818 W Burlington Ave operated by the Des Moines County Regional Solid Waste Commission. The same phone number (319-753-8126) and hours apply to both listings.

Are plastics #3, #4, #6, and #7 accepted here?

No. Only plastic containers marked #1, #2, and #5 are accepted. Plastics #3, #4, #6, and #7 are not part of the DMC's current recycling program.

Does this center accept electronics or batteries?

Electronics and batteries are not listed as accepted materials at this facility. For TVs, contact the DMC's HazChem Center in West Burlington (319-753-8758). For other e-waste, check Earth911.com or the Iowa DNR for local options.

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Contact & Location

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Address
1818 W Burlington Ave, Burlington, IA 52601
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Website
dmcwaste.org
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City / State
Burlington, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–11:30 AM (2nd & 4th Saturday only)
Sunday Closed

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