Metro Waste Authority

Recycling Center in Des Moines, Iowa

📍 300 E Locust St #100, Des Moines, IA 50309
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About This Location

Metro Waste Authority's downtown Des Moines office doubles as one of the metro area's free community recycling drop-off sites, accepting paper, plastics, glass, metal, batteries, and electronics from residents at no charge.

What this location Accepts

✓ Paper and cardboard
✓ Plastics with twist-off lids (bottles/jugs)
✓ Aluminum and tin cans
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Batteries
✓ Electronics (e-waste)

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

What they do not accept

✕ Commercial waste — residential use only
✕ Plastic bags
✕ Styrofoam
✕ Hazardous household waste (handled at separate HHW events)

Fees

  • All residential recycling drop-off — Free

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste events — MWA hosts periodic HHW collection events for metro residents; check mwatoday.com for current dates.
  • Yard Waste program — MWA administers curbside and drop-off yard waste collection for subscribing communities in the metro area.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Metro Waste Authority drop-off at 300 E Locust St free to use?

Yes. All MWA community recycling drop-offs are free for Central Iowa residents. Commercial haulers are not allowed to use the residential drop-off sites.

Can I drop off old electronics and batteries at this location?

Yes. The Central Office location at 300 E Locust St is specifically listed by MWA as accepting batteries and electronics (e-waste) in addition to standard curbside recyclables.

Does Metro Waste Authority accept yard waste at its Central Office?

The Central Office is not listed as a yard waste drop-off. MWA administers yard waste programs through curbside collection and separate facilities; check mwatoday.com/waste-recycling/yard-waste/ for current options.

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Contact & Location

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Address
300 E Locust St #100, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Website
mwatoday.com
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City / State
Des Moines, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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