Henderson Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Henderson, Kentucky

📍 398 Sam Ball Way, Henderson, KY 42420
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📞 +1 270-827-1979 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

The recycling center at 398 Sam Ball Way in Henderson is a genuine public drop-off, operated as Tri-County Recycling Alliance in partnership with Henderson County. Unlike a scrap-metal yard, it accepts sorted household recyclables — cardboard and mixed paper, #1 and #2 plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass bottles, several battery types, and appliances with Freon removed.

What this location Accepts

✓ Cardboard and mixed board (cereal/pop boxes)
✓ Newspaper, office paper and mail
✓ Plastic bottles #1 and #2 only
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Glass bottles (no plate glass, windows or door frames)
✓ Appliances (Freon removed by EPA-approved process)
✓ Lead-acid batteries
✓ Regular household batteries
✓ Lithium batteries
✓ Magazines and books

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What they do not accept

✕ Televisions and electronics
✕ Styrofoam
✕ Plastic grocery bags
✕ Plastics #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7
✕ Plate glass, windows, door frames and mirrors

Access & restrictions

Public drive-through drop-off for residential and business recyclables · Drop materials sorted (not single-stream). Community recycling program, not a scrap-metal buyer — it does not pay for materials.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I recycle at the Henderson drop-off?

Cardboard and mixed board, newspaper/office paper/mail, magazines and books, #1 and #2 plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass bottles, several battery types, and appliances with Freon already removed.

Does Henderson's recycling center take TVs or electronics?

No. Televisions and electronics are not accepted. It also turns away Styrofoam, plastic grocery bags, plate glass/windows, and plastics numbered #3 through #7.

Is it single-stream recycling?

No. This is a sorted drop-off, so separate your cardboard, paper, bottles and cans before you arrive rather than mixing everything together.

What are the hours and is there a fee?

Listed hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, closed Sunday. It is a public community program rather than a scrap buyer; call (270) 827-1979 to confirm hours and any item limits.

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Contact & Location

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Address
398 Sam Ball Way, Henderson, KY 42420
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Website
hendersonky.us
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City / State
Henderson, Kentucky

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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