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About This Location

Free Recycling Drop-Off for All Madison County Residents

What this location Accepts

✓ Newspaper
✓ Mixed office paper
✓ Magazines and junk mail
✓ Shredded paper (bagged)
✓ Soft-back books
✓ Corrugated cardboard (flattened)
✓ Aluminum cans (empty, rinsed)
✓ Steel cans (empty, rinsed)
✓ Plastics #1 (PET — water/soda bottles)
✓ Plastics #2 (HDPE — milk jugs, detergent bottles)

Related recycling guides: Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Plastic bags (collect at grocery/retail stores instead)
✕ Hazardous waste containers or oil containers
✕ Styrofoam
✕ Brown plastic containers
✕ Ceramics or glass dishes
✕ Plastics #3–#9 (not confirmed as accepted)
✕ Trash or non-recyclable material

Programs & events

  • Free curbside recycling pickup (every other week, Richmond city residents)
  • Free weekly cardboard pickup for businesses
  • 24-hour outdoor drop-chute for Madison County residents

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Richmond city resident to use the Richmond City Recycling Center?

The 24-hour drop-off is open to all Madison County residents, not just Richmond city residents. Staff-assisted hours are Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM.

Does Richmond City Recycling Center accept glass bottles or jars?

Container glass is not confirmed as accepted at the drop-off center based on the current city website. Call 859-625-0202 or email avaughn@richmondky.gov to confirm current glass policy before bringing it.

Does the Richmond recycling center accept electronics?

Electronics acceptance has not been confirmed on the city recycling page. The center's director Aaron Vaughn (avaughn@richmondky.gov, 859-625-0202) can advise on electronics disposal options through the city or county.

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Contact & Location

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550 Recycle Dr, Richmond, KY 40475
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City / State
Richmond, Kentucky

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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