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About This Location

The North Central Iowa Regional Recycling Center at 2151 Gypsum Hollow Road in Fort Dodge is the Webster, Hamilton, and Humboldt County public recycling drop-off, accepting paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, electronics, and appliances alongside a Tuesday–Friday household hazardous materials program.

What this location Accepts

✓ Paper (books, newspapers, printer paper, catalogs, phonebooks, shredded paper)
✓ Corrugated cardboard (not grease-saturated)
✓ Plastic bottles, jugs, and containers
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Electronics with screens (TVs, computers, monitors) — $15 fee
✓ Small appliances (dishwashers, microwaves, washers, dryers, fridges, stoves, water heaters, A/C units) — $10 fee
✓ Household hazardous materials (paints, batteries, lightbulbs, household chemicals) — Tue–Fri 8 AM–4 PM

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What they do not accept

✕ Styrofoam
✕ Soft plastics (grocery bags, wrap, garbage sacks)
✕ Tissues and toilet paper
✕ Pizza boxes saturated with grease
✕ Large metal items (bicycles, helium tanks)
✕ Yard waste (leaves, grass)
✕ Medical waste or items with bodily fluids

Fees

  • Electronics with screens (TVs, computers, monitors) — $15 per unit
  • Appliances (dishwashers, microwaves, fridges, washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters, A/C units, dehumidifiers, freezers) — $10 per item

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) Collection — Accepts paints, batteries, lightbulbs, and household chemicals Tue–Fri 8 AM–4 PM
  • Curbside Recycling Coordination — Lists private haulers providing curbside recycling pickup across the 39 member communities

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What recyclables does the North Central Iowa Regional Recycling Center accept?

The center accepts paper, cardboard, plastic containers, aluminum cans, and glass. Styrofoam, soft plastics, and grease-saturated cardboard are not accepted.

Is there a fee to drop off old appliances or electronics?

Yes — appliances (dishwashers, fridges, washers, dryers, etc.) are accepted for a $10 fee per item. Electronics with screens such as TVs and computer monitors cost $15 each.

How do I dispose of household hazardous materials in Fort Dodge?

The NCIRSWA HHM Collection Center at 2151 Gypsum Hollow Rd accepts household chemicals, paints, batteries, and lightbulbs Tuesday through Friday, 8 AM–4 PM.

Is the recycling center open on Saturdays?

The Recycling Center is closed Saturday and Sunday. The adjacent Landfill is open Saturday 7:30 AM–noon, but the recycling drop-off is weekdays only.

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Contact & Location

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2151 Gypsum Hollow Road, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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Fort Dodge, 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 Closed
Sunday Closed
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