Wm - Mason City Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Mason City, Iowa
About This Location
WM (Waste Management) operates the Mason City Recycling Center at 521 3rd St NE, Mason City, IA — a transfer and recycling hub serving residential and commercial accounts in Cerro Gordo County.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
Fees
- Curbside recycling included in WM residential subscription — pricing varies by service plan
Access & restrictions
This is primarily a curbside service dispatch and transfer hub. Curbside recycling service requires a WM account — sign up at wm.com or call 641-424-1782. For a public walk-in drop-off, use Mason City Recycling (mcrecycling.com, 16615 245th St).
Programs & events
- Curbside single-stream residential recycling pickup
- Commercial recycling and dumpster rental
- Junk removal and large-item collection
- CRT/electronics processing (Iowa DNR permit 17-CRT-01-05)
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drive up and drop off recycling at the WM facility on 3rd St NE in Mason City?
This WM location operates as a service hub and transfer station rather than an open public drop-off yard. For a staffed public drop-off, Mason City Recycling at 16615 245th St (mcrecycling.com) is the community recycling center option in Mason City.
What materials does WM's Mason City curbside program accept?
WM's Mason City curbside program accepts plastic bottles (#1 and #2), aluminum and steel cans, paper, and flattened cardboard — items must be clean and dry. Plastic bags, glass, Styrofoam, and food-contaminated containers are not accepted in the cart.
How do I start curbside recycling pickup service with WM in Mason City?
Call the Mason City WM office at 641-424-1782 or visit wm.com to set up a residential or commercial account. The 3rd St NE address is the local operations office — office hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM.
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