Recycling Centers in Monticello, IN
Find drop-off recycling locations in Monticello, Indiana. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Monticello, Indiana can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Monticello: A Local Guide
Monticello is the county seat of White County, Indiana, and its recycling infrastructure is anchored by the White County Recycling Center at 426 N. 6th Street — one of the most comprehensive drop-off programs in northwest Indiana. Operated by the Northwest Indiana Solid Waste District (NWISWD), the center accepts a broad range of household materials including plastics #1 and #2, glass by color, newspaper, office paper, magazines, corrugated cardboard, aluminum and steel cans, motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, car batteries, and household batteries.
What sets the Monticello center apart from many rural Indiana drop-offs is its electronics program. White County residents can bring up to three pieces of e-waste — computers, televisions, copiers, fax machines, scanners, or cell phones — completely free of charge during regular business hours (Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM). A valid ID is required. The center is also open on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Appliances are accepted at the center on a tiered fee structure: items containing freon, such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers, cost $20 each. Stoves, water heaters, washers, dryers, and small appliances are taken at no charge. Local businesses can also arrange free corrugated cardboard pickup through NWISWD for a minimal startup fee — a practical option for retailers and restaurants in downtown Monticello.
On the disposal side, WM Liberty Landfill at 8635 East State Road 16 handles non-hazardous municipal solid waste, construction and demolition debris, and soils for commercial haulers and contractors. The landfill is open Monday through Friday 5:00 AM–3:00 PM. It is not a public recycling drop-off. For Indiana state-level resources and hazardous waste disposal events, visit the Indiana recycling page. Nearby cities with recycling options include Lafayette, Logansport, and Frankfort.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Monticello
What are the hours for the White County Recycling Center in Monticello?
The White County Recycling Center is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. It is closed all other Saturdays and Sundays.
Does Monticello's recycling center take old TVs and computers for free?
Yes. The White County Recycling Center accepts electronics — TVs, computers, copiers, fax machines, scanners, and cell phones — free of charge for White County residents. Bring a valid ID and limit your drop-off to three pieces per visit.
Is there a fee to drop off a refrigerator or air conditioner in Monticello?
Yes — appliances containing freon (refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers) cost $20 each at the White County Recycling Center. Stoves, washers, dryers, water heaters, and small appliances are accepted free.
Can contractors dump construction waste at the Monticello landfill?
WM Liberty Landfill at 8635 East State Road 16 accepts construction and demolition debris, soils, and municipal solid waste from commercial haulers. The facility is open Monday–Friday 5:00 AM–3:00 PM. Call (866) 676-7150 for pricing and account setup.