Recycling Centers in Richmond, KY
Find drop-off recycling locations in Richmond, Kentucky. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Richmond and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Richmond: A Local Guide
Richmond, Kentucky lists 5 recycling options, blending scrap-metal and auto recyclers with the city's own recycling center. The City of Richmond runs free curbside recycling (residents sign up to opt in) plus a free cardboard pickup for businesses and a 24-hour drop-off that is open to all Madison County residents. The drop-off and city center sit on Recycle Drive, and cardboard and electronics should be taken directly to the center rather than left in curbside bins. Browse the full Kentucky recycling directory for nearby cities.
For scrap and auto metals, Richmond has Brown Precious Metals on N Estill Ave, Sims Alumisource on Enterprise Dr, and ABR Auto Recyclers on Box Ankle Rd. For everyday household recycling the Richmond City Recycling Center and Bluegrass Regional Recycling, both on Recycle Drive, are the drop-off points. Accepted materials and any fees differ by site, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Need more options? The region's larger programs are close by: Lexington is a short drive away, the state capital Frankfort has seven centers, and neighboring Winchester and Shelbyville each list five. See everything on the Kentucky state page.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Richmond
Does Richmond, KY offer free curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Richmond provides free curbside recycling pickup for residents who sign up, plus a free cardboard pickup for businesses. Cardboard and electronics should go directly to the recycling center, not the curbside bin (richmondky.gov).
Can anyone in Madison County use the Richmond drop-off?
Yes. The city's 24-hour drop-off program is open to all Madison County residents, not just Richmond city residents, at the recycling center on Recycle Drive (richmondky.gov).
Where is Richmond's recycling center and when is it open?
The Richmond City Recycling Center is at 550 Recycle Dr. Staffed office hours are Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), while the unstaffed drop-off is accessible 24 hours.
How do I dispose of tires or scrap cars in Richmond?
Scrap metal and end-of-life vehicles are handled by yards such as Sims Alumisource and ABR Auto Recyclers. Tire acceptance and fees vary, so call the yard first to confirm.