Franklin County Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Ottawa, Kansas

📍 2017 S Elm St, Ottawa, KS 66067
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About This Location

The Franklin County Recycling Center is a county-operated drop-off facility on S. Elm Street in Ottawa, run by the county Solid Waste department. It takes common household recyclables, cardboard, paper, glass, plastics, tin and aluminum cans, but note that it no longer accepts electronics or e-waste, and Styrofoam and PVC plastic are not allowed. Oil-based and aerosol paint plus household batteries are handled separately through the county's Noxious Weed / HHW office.

What this location Accepts

✓ Cardboard (broken down)
✓ Paperboard (cereal/shoe boxes, beverage cartons)
✓ Mixed paper (no food wrappers, tissue or napkins)
✓ Newspaper
✓ Magazines and catalogs
✓ Glass (rinsed, consumable products only)
✓ Plastics (rinsed, no bags/Styrofoam/PVC)
✓ Tin cans (magnetic, washed)
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Oil-based and aerosol paint (via Noxious Weed/HHW office)
✓ Household batteries (via Noxious Weed/HHW office)

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

What they do not accept

✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Styrofoam
✕ PVC plastic
✕ Plastic bags
✕ Broken dishes, Pyrex, light bulbs, window panes
✕ Latex paint

Access & restrictions

public drop-off · Glass, plastics and tin require rinsing/prep; county also runs annual spring clean-up / community dump days for residents.

Programs & events

  • Spring Clean-Up / community dump days — Seasonal free disposal events for Franklin County residents at town rolloff sites and the county Transfer Station (3323 Osborne Terrace, Ottawa).
  • Household Hazardous Waste collection — Oil-based/aerosol paint and batteries accepted at the Noxious Weed Department, Mon-Fri 7-3 (latex paint not accepted).

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Franklin County Recycling Center accept electronics or TVs?

No. The county recycling center no longer accepts e-waste, including TVs, computers and monitors.

Is recycling free at the Ottawa center?

Yes, the county recycling drop-off is a public service during weekday office hours. Separate fees may apply for things like tires at the transfer station, and latex paint is not accepted at HHW.

Can I drop off Styrofoam or plastic bags?

No. Styrofoam, PVC plastic and plastic bags are not accepted. Plastics must be rinsed and do not need to be separated.

What are the hours for the Ottawa recycling center?

Office/drop-off hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is closed weekends.

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Contact & Location

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Address
2017 S Elm St, Ottawa, KS 66067
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City / State
Ottawa, Kansas

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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