Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Decatur, Illinois

📍 151 W Wood St, Decatur, IL 62523
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📞 +1 217-425-4505 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center at 151 W Wood St, Decatur accepts household paint, electronics, and batteries at scheduled collection events throughout the year.

What this location Accepts

✓ Household latex paint (in original labeled containers, up to 20 per vehicle)
✓ Oil-based paint, stains, and varnishes (in original labeled containers)
✓ Televisions and consumer video devices
✓ Home office electronics (gaming systems, printers, computers)
✓ Batteries (household)
✓ Microwaves (up to 5 per person)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries

What they do not accept

✕ Commercial quantities of paint or electronics
✕ Items exceeding per-vehicle limits (20 paint containers; 7 TVs/monitors; 5 microwaves)
✕ Large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers)

Fees

  • Household paint, stain, and varnish (in labeled original containers) — Free (up to 20 containers per vehicle)
  • Television or computer monitor — $10 each (limit 7 per person)
  • Microwave — $5 each (limit 5 per person)

Access & restrictions

Macon County residents only. Saturday collection events require advance registration at macongreen.com. Weekday events may accept walk-ins; confirm via phone or website.

Programs & events

  • Paint and Electronic Recycling Collection Events — Quarterly and monthly events for Macon County residents to drop off household paint, electronics, and batteries safely. Schedule posted at macongreen.com.
  • Free Paper Shredding Day — Annual free document shredding event for Macon County residents.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register to drop off paint or electronics at the Macon County Recycling Center?

Yes, Saturday collection events require advance registration at macongreen.com. Weekday Tuesday-morning and Thursday-afternoon events may accept walk-ins; call 217-425-4505 to confirm before visiting.

Is there a fee to recycle TVs or electronics at the Macon County Recycling Center?

Yes. Televisions and computer monitors cost $10 each (limit 7 per person), and microwaves cost $5 each (limit 5 per person). Household paint, stains, and varnishes in their original labeled containers are free, up to 20 containers per vehicle.

Who can use the Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center in Decatur?

Collection events are open to Macon County residents only. Bring proof of county residency. The facility at 151 W Wood St is not a year-round walk-in recycling center; visit macongreen.com for the current event schedule.

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Contact & Location

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Address
151 W Wood St, Decatur, IL 62523
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Website
macongreen.com
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City / State
Decatur, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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