Recycling Centers in Macomb, IL
Find drop-off recycling locations in Macomb, Illinois. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Macomb, Illinois. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Macomb area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Macomb: A Local Guide
Macomb, the McDonough County seat in western Illinois and home to Western Illinois University, has two very different operations listed as recycling centers — and knowing the difference saves a wasted trip. The Tri-County Collection Facility at 129 W Jackson St is the public-facing option: a WIRC-operated drop-off for electronics and paint serving Mercer, McDonough, and Warren counties. Residential drop-off is free for TVs, computers, phones, cables, fluorescent lamps, household batteries, and most paint types. Hours are Tuesday–Friday 9 AM–12:30 PM and the first Saturday of each month 8 AM–noon. The entrance is on the south side of the building via the parking lot off West Washington Street — all items must be inspected by staff before acceptance.
WM Envirofil Landfill & Macomb Hauling at 13998 E 1400th St is a Waste Management commercial landfill and hauling operation, not a public household recycling drop-off. It operates Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–3 PM for contracted commercial waste. Residents needing trash pickup, dumpster rental, or commercial container service can reach WM at (866) 299-2825. For recyclables, use the Tri-County facility downtown or the drop-off locations at Western Illinois University's sustainability program.
Macomb is in west-central Illinois along US-136 and IL-67, roughly 75 miles west of Peoria. Nearby communities with recycling resources include Galesburg (about 30 miles north), Canton (about 30 miles northeast), Monmouth (about 25 miles northwest), and Colchester (about 12 miles north). The Illinois recycling directory covers additional facilities statewide for specialized materials not handled by the Tri-County facility.
One practical note for Macomb residents: the Tri-County facility is the only option in the three-county area for both e-waste and paint recycling, so the limited Tuesday–Friday morning schedule (9 AM–12:30 PM) can fill up. Businesses face a 50-cent-per-pound fee for any service at the Tri-County facility; unattended drop-offs outside posted hours are illegal under Illinois law and subject to fines.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Macomb
Where can I drop off old electronics — TVs, computers, phones — in Macomb, IL?
The WIRC Tri-County Collection Facility at 129 W Jackson St accepts televisions, computers, laptops, cell phones, cables, game consoles, and many other electronics for free residential drop-off. Open Tue–Fri 9 AM–12:30 PM and the first Saturday of each month 8 AM–noon.
Can I recycle paint in Macomb, Illinois?
Yes. The Tri-County Collection Facility at 129 W Jackson St accepts interior and exterior latex paint, oil-based and alkyd enamel paints, varnishes, and primers — free for residential drop-off. Businesses pay $0.50/lb.
Is the WM Envirofil Landfill in Macomb open to the public for recycling drop-off?
No. The WM Envirofil facility at 13998 E 1400th St is a commercial landfill and hauling operation serving contracted customers. For public recycling, use the WIRC Tri-County facility downtown.
What recycling centers are near Macomb in western Illinois?
Nearby options include facilities in Galesburg (about 30 miles north), Canton (about 30 miles northeast), Monmouth (about 25 miles northwest), and Colchester (about 12 miles north). See the full Illinois directory for the most current list.