Pottawattamie County Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Oakland, Iowa
About This Location
The Pottawattamie County Rural Recycling Center at 41911 Industrial Dr in Oakland is a full county-run drop-off built in 2018 with Iowa West Foundation support. It takes a broad range of household recyclables free of charge, including paper, cardboard, glass, metals, #1-#5 plastics and household hazardous waste, and also offers fee-based disposal of appliances, tires, electronics and solid waste.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Household Hazardous Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
Fees
- Freon appliances (fridge, freezer, dehumidifier, A/C) — $15.00 each
- Appliances with mercury switches (washer, dryer, stove, microwave, furnace, water heater) — $12.00 each
- Tires — $0.16 per pound
- Electronics — $0.25 per pound
- Solid waste (MSW and C&D) — $100.00 per ton, $5.00 minimum
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · County rural recycling center. Loaded vehicles must be covered to prevent windblown material. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Programs & events
- Household hazardous waste drop-off — Free drop-off of batteries, waste oil, oil paint, fluorescent bulbs and various household chemicals.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I recycle for free at the Pottawattamie County Recycling Center?
Mixed paper, cardboard, glass, metals (aluminum and tin/steel), #1-#5 plastic containers and cartons, and household hazardous waste such as batteries, waste oil, oil paint, fluorescent bulbs and household chemicals are all accepted free of charge in Oakland.
Does the Oakland recycling center take appliances, tires and electronics?
Yes, for a fee. Freon appliances (fridges, freezers, A/C, dehumidifiers) are $15 each; appliances with mercury switches (washers, dryers, stoves, microwaves, furnaces, water heaters) are $12 each; tires are $0.16 per pound; and electronics are $0.25 per pound.
What does the center NOT accept?
It does not take cardboard or paper with food contact, plastic bags, styrofoam, tree debris or yard waste, ammunition or explosives, or asbestos. For questions about a specific item, call (712) 890-9306.
What are the hours, and can I bring regular trash?
The center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and closed Sundays and Mondays. It does accept municipal solid waste and construction/demolition debris at $100 per ton (minimum $5.00); loaded vehicles must be covered to prevent windblown material.
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