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About This Location

The Scott Area Recycling Center processes every residential recyclable collected from Scott County's curbside programs, and its outdoor drop-off bins are accessible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

What this location Accepts

✓ Glass bottles and jars (empty and rinsed, any color)
✓ Plastic bottles, tubs, and jars (labels and lids OK)
✓ Paper and cardboard (flattened boxes)
✓ Aluminum and steel cans (placed loosely)
✓ Magazines and newspapers
✓ Office paper
✓ Aluminum foil (clean)
✓ Clothing and textiles

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing

What they do not accept

✕ Batteries (rechargeable or lithium — take to Electronics Recovery Center, 5650 Carey Ave)
✕ Styrofoam (no regional recycling market — place in garbage)
✕ Plastic bags (return to grocery store drop-off or place in garbage)
✕ Propane tanks (take to Household Hazardous Materials facility at 5640 Carey Ave)
✕ Electronics (take to Electronics Recovery Center, 5650 Carey Ave)
✕ Paints, pesticides, and household chemicals
✕ Food waste
✕ Medical sharps
✕ Tires

Programs & events

  • Go All In QC — Free mobile app for iOS and Android to search accepted materials and check collection schedules for Scott County.
  • Electronics Recovery — Separate facility at 5650 Carey Ave accepts computers, TVs (fee by weight), hard drives, and batteries. Effective July 1, 2026: TVs/monitors $0.30/lb (min $5); mixed electronics $0.10/lb (min $5); hard drives $5 each.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off recyclables outside of office hours?

Yes. The outdoor drop-off bins at 5640 Carey Avenue are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You do not need to interact with staff to use them.

Do I have to be a Davenport resident to use the drop-off?

No. The outdoor drop-off is open to all Scott County residents who lack curbside recycling service. There is no ID check at the bins.

Where do I take old TVs and batteries in Davenport?

The Waste Commission operates a separate Electronics Recovery Center at 5650 Carey Avenue (next door). As of July 2026, TVs and monitors cost $0.30 per pound (minimum $5); batteries are $2–$10 per pound depending on type. Call 563-823-0119 for details.

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Contact & Location

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5640 Carey Ave, Davenport, IA 52807
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Davenport, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (office); drop-off 24/7
Tuesday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (office); drop-off 24/7
Wednesday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (office); drop-off 24/7
Thursday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (office); drop-off 24/7
Friday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM (office); drop-off 24/7
Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM first Saturday of month (office); drop-off 24/7
Sunday drop-off 24/7 (office closed)
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