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About This Location

Marion Utilities Recycling Center at 1300 N Washington St opened in May 2020 as Marion's dedicated public drop-off site for clean, sorted household recyclables, replacing the city's former curbside program.

What this location Accepts

✓ Plastics #1 (PET) — bottles and containers
✓ Plastics #2 (HDPE) — bottles and containers
✓ Plastics #5 (PP) — containers
✓ Glass bottles and jars (clear or colored, caps off)
✓ Aluminum cans and lids (labels OK)
✓ Steel cans and lids (labels OK)
✓ Shredded paper
✓ Mixed paper — newspaper, magazines, envelopes, junk mail
✓ Books
✓ Cardboard — shipping boxes, cereal boxes, toilet paper rolls

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Styrofoam
✕ Food residue — all items must be empty and clean
✕ Tanglers — hoses, ropes, cords
✕ Special or hazardous waste
✕ Plastics #3, #4, #6, #7
✕ Scrap metal (not accepted — see Newlon Metals Inc. for metal recycling)

Fees

  • Drop-off recycling — Free

Access & restrictions

All recyclables must be empty, clean, and dry. Items should be pre-sorted before arrival.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What days is the Marion Recycling Center open?

The Marion Utilities Recycling Center at 1300 N Washington St is open on Mondays and Thursdays only, from 11 AM to 6 PM. It is closed all other days of the week.

Does Marion Recycling Center accept all types of plastic?

No. The center accepts only plastics #1 (PET), #2 (HDPE), and #5 (PP). Plastics #3, #4, #6, and #7 are not accepted. Check the recycling code (the number inside the triangle) molded into the bottom of the container.

Can I bring scrap copper or steel to the Marion Recycling Center?

No. The Marion Utilities drop-off handles household recyclables (plastics, glass, cans, paper, cardboard) — it does not accept scrap metal. For copper, steel, aluminum, and other metals, visit <a href='/in/marion/newlon-metals-inc-in-marion/'>Newlon Metals Inc. at 654 S Lincoln Blvd</a>, open Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM and Sat 8 AM–noon.

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Contact & Location

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1300 N Washington St, Marion, IN 46952
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City / State
Marion, Indiana

Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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