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About This Location

Lake Area Disposal & Recycling has served Springfield, Illinois since 1932 as a family-owned garbage and recycling hauler with a customer-only drop-off recycling center open Monday through Friday.

What this location Accepts

✓ Tin and steel cans
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Plastic jugs and bottles
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Cardboard

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Drop-off from non-customers — service is restricted to Lake Area Disposal & Recycling customers
✕ Yard waste at recycling center (separate yard waste pickup program available)

Programs & events

  • Curbside Recycling Pickup — Available as a service add-on for residential customers in the Springfield area.
  • Roll-Off Dumpster Rental — Various dumpster sizes available; 1-day delivery offered; CDL-licensed drivers.
  • Yard Waste Removal — Seasonal yard waste collection; note: not available in all service areas.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can anyone drop off recycling at Lake Area Disposal's center on 6th St, or must I be a customer?

The recycling drop-off center at 2742 S. 6th St is restricted to Lake Area Disposal & Recycling customers only. If you are not currently a customer, call (217) 522-9317 to sign up for service before using the drop-off.

What materials does Lake Area Disposal accept at their recycling drop-off?

Existing customers may drop off tin and aluminum cans, plastic jugs and bottles, glass, and cardboard. Call (217) 522-9271 to confirm the current accepted list before your visit, as the gates may close during lunch hours.

Does Lake Area Disposal offer dumpster rentals for projects?

Yes. They offer roll-off dumpster rentals in various sizes with 1-day delivery for residential and commercial projects in and around Springfield, IL. Contact them at (217) 522-9317 for pricing and availability.

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Contact & Location

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Address
2106 E Cornell Ave, Springfield, IL 62703
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City / State
Springfield, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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