Recycling Centers in Fort Dodge, IA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Fort Dodge, Iowa. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This directory lists 3 facilities serving the Fort Dodge area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Fort Dodge: A Local Guide
Fort Dodge residents have three recycling facilities to choose from, each serving a different material stream. The North Central Iowa Regional Recycling Center at 2151 Gypsum Hollow Road is the public facility operated by NCIRSWA, serving Webster, Hamilton, and Humboldt County communities. It accepts paper, cardboard, plastic containers, aluminum cans, and glass Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–4 PM. Electronics with screens cost $15 to drop off; appliances such as fridges, washers, and dryers cost $10. A separate Household Hazardous Materials program runs Tuesday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM for paints, batteries, lightbulbs, and household chemicals. Styrofoam, soft plastics, and grease-saturated cardboard are not accepted.
For junk vehicles and mixed scrap metal, D & L Metal Recycling LLC at 2120 S 11th Street buys copper, aluminum, brass, tin, iron, radiators, and complete junk cars and trucks, open Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM and Saturday 8 AM–noon. Roll-off dumpster rental is available for construction projects. Note that the dandlmetal.com website is no longer active; call 515-573-5904 for current scrap prices.
Frank's Auto & Metal Recycling on Gypsum Hollow Road is a second scrap yard and auto salvage option, open Tuesday–Saturday 8 AM–4:30 PM, buying aluminum, brass, copper, steel, and scrap vehicles with pickup service available. Some directories list varying addresses on Gypsum Hollow Road for this location — calling ahead at 515-955-5865 is recommended before your first visit.
For broader Iowa recycling resources, see the Iowa recycling centers directory. Nearby cities with additional recycling facilities include Ames, Mason City, Marshalltown, and Iowa Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Fort Dodge
How do I dispose of an old TV or computer monitor in Fort Dodge?
Bring it to the NCIRSWA Regional Recycling Center at 2151 Gypsum Hollow Rd, open Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM. The fee is $15 per TV or monitor.
Where can I drop off household hazardous waste in Fort Dodge?
The NCIRSWA HHM Collection Center at 2151 Gypsum Hollow Rd accepts paints, batteries, lightbulbs, and household chemicals Tuesday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM. Call 515-576-5866 for the current list of accepted items.
Does NCIRSWA accept styrofoam or plastic bags?
No. The Regional Recycling Center does not accept styrofoam, plastic grocery bags, stretch wrap, or garbage sacks. Only rigid plastic bottles, jugs, and containers are accepted.
Where do I sell a junk car in Fort Dodge?
Both D & L Metal Recycling (515-573-5904) and Frank's Auto & Metal Recycling (515-955-5865) buy junk vehicles. Call both for current rates before hauling your vehicle.