Monroe County Solid Waste - The District

Recycling Center in S Walnut St Bloomington, Indiana

📍 3400 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47401
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About This Location

The South Walnut Recycling Center is Monroe County's main recycling and household hazardous waste facility, run by the county's Solid Waste Management District (The District / Waste Reduction District) at 3400 S Walnut Street in Bloomington. It takes glass, metal, paper, cardboard and plastics #1-7, and is the only District site accepting full household hazardous waste and electronics with 7-inch-and-larger screens. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

What Monroe County Solid Waste - The District (South Walnut Recycling Center) Accepts

✓ Glass bottles and jars (Clean and dry; lids removed)
✓ Metal cans (Aluminum and steel food/beverage cans, clean and emptied)
✓ Scrap metal and appliances (Iron, steel, aluminum, copper scrap; dishwashers, dryers, stoves, microwaves)
✓ Paper (White, mixed, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, newspaper, phone books, shredded)
✓ Cardboard and paperboard
✓ Plastics #1-7 (Containers; no styrofoam)
✓ Plastic bags and film
✓ CDs, DVDs and cases
✓ Electronics (e-waste) (All items accepted; items with 7-inch+ screens accepted at South Walnut only (fee applies))
✓ Household hazardous waste (Full HHW accepted at South Walnut only: paint, cleaners, fertilizers, pesticides, batteries, used oil and filters, gasoline, antifreeze, pool chemicals, mercury, sharps, OTC medicines)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Appliances · Household Hazardous Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Styrofoam

Fees

  • Electronics with a screen 7 inches or larger (TVs, monitors, laptops, tablets) — $20.00 per item

Access & restrictions

residents-only · Walk-in (no appointment) · Free electronics recycling is offered year-round to County residents; items without a screen that need a cord or battery are free, while screens 7 inches or larger carry a $20 fee. Full HHW is accepted at this site only.

Programs & events

  • Household Hazardous Waste drop-off
  • Electronics recycling
  • Trading Post / reuse

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours of the South Walnut Recycling Center?

Tuesday through Saturday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Does it cost money to recycle a TV or computer monitor?

Most electronics are free for County residents, but any item with a screen 7 inches or larger (TVs, monitors, laptops, tablets) carries a $20.00 per-item fee. Items without a screen that use a cord or battery are free.

Can I bring household hazardous waste here?

Yes. South Walnut is the District's only site that accepts full household hazardous waste, including paint, cleaners, pesticides, batteries, used oil and filters, gasoline, antifreeze, pool chemicals and sharps.

What plastics are accepted at South Walnut?

Plastics #1 through #7 are accepted, along with plastic bags and film. Styrofoam is not accepted.

Can I dispose of a mattress or bulky item at this center?

The District offers free bulky-item disposal for residents, but the South Walnut recycling center focuses on recyclables, electronics and HHW. Call 812-349-2020 to confirm where to bring mattresses and bulky items.

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Recycling Centers Near S Walnut St Bloomington

Contact & Location

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3400 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47401
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S Walnut St Bloomington, Indiana

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Sunday Closed

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