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About This Location

The Des Moines County Regional Solid Waste Commission, established in October 1990, is the public agency that coordinates solid waste and recycling for Burlington, West Burlington, Danville and other southeast Iowa communities. It operates three facilities: the Area Recyclers processing plant in Burlington, the Des Moines County Regional Landfill, and the HazChem Center in West Burlington.

What this location Accepts

✓ Plastic (via Area Recyclers)
✓ Glass (via Area Recyclers)
✓ Metal (via Area Recyclers)
✓ Cardboard (via Area Recyclers)
✓ Electronic waste (via Area Recyclers)
✓ Appliances (at Area Recyclers, by appointment, for a fee)

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

Access & restrictions

Public agency serving member communities; recyclables handled at its Area Recyclers, landfill and HazChem facilities · Appliances carry a fee at Area Recyclers

Programs & events

  • Area Recyclers — Processes about 3,000 tons of recyclable materials a year from curbside collection and public drop-offs; accepts plastic, glass, metal, cardboard and electronic waste.
  • HazChem Center — West Burlington facility for household hazardous materials and screened electronics.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Des Moines County Regional Waste Commission a drop-off center?

It is the public solid-waste agency, not a counter you visit. Recyclables are handled at its three facilities: Area Recyclers in Burlington, the Regional Landfill, and the HazChem Center in West Burlington.

Where do I take recyclables and electronics?

Household recyclables and e-waste go to the Area Recyclers facility in Burlington, which processes about 3,000 tons a year. Electronics with screens and hazardous materials go to the HazChem Center in West Burlington.

Does the Commission take appliances?

Yes, at the Area Recyclers facility, but only by appointment and for a fee.

Which communities does the Commission serve?

It serves Burlington, Mt. Pleasant, Mediapolis, Winfield, Morning Sun, Danville, New London, Salem, Rome, West Burlington, Westwood, Middletown and Des Moines County.

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Contact & Location

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104 W Shepherd St, Danville, IA 52623
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Danville, Iowa

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