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About This Location

Southside Recycling Center at 400 W Dillman Rd is Monroe County's south-side drop-off hub, operated by the Monroe County Solid Waste Management District.

What this location Accepts

✓ Rigid plastics #1-7 (clean, dry, no film or bags)
✓ Paper and cardboard (dry, flattened)
✓ Glass bottles and jars (lids removed)
✓ Metal cans, foil, scrap steel, aluminum, copper
✓ Small electronics with cords/batteries but no screens
✓ Household batteries (AA, AAA, 9V, etc.)
✓ Used motor oil and oil filters
✓ Antifreeze

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Plastic film, plastic bags
✕ Styrofoam containers or blocks
✕ Electronic screens (TVs, monitors) — go to South Walnut location
✕ Household hazardous waste (paints, chemicals, pesticides) — go to South Walnut
✕ Greasy or wet paper and cardboard
✕ Yard waste

Fees

  • Standard drop-off — Free

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste (South Walnut only) — Paints, chemicals, pesticides accepted at the district's South Walnut Street location; $20 fee for freon appliances and electronic screens.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What days is the Southside Recycling Center open?

The center is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

Can I drop off a TV or computer monitor at Southside?

No. Electronic screens such as TVs and computer monitors are not accepted at the Southside location. You can bring them to the district's South Walnut Street Recycling Center, where a $20 per-item fee applies.

Are all plastic numbers accepted here?

Yes — rigid plastic containers marked #1 through #7 are accepted, as long as they are clean and dry. Plastic film, plastic bags, and Styrofoam are not accepted at any district drop-off site.

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Contact & Location

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Address
400 W Dillman Rd, Bloomington, IN 47403
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City / State
Bloomington, Indiana

Opening Hours

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