Recycling Centers in Independence, LA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Independence, Louisiana. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Independence, Louisiana. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Independence area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Independence: A Local Guide
Independence, Louisiana (Tangipahoa Parish) is a small community along the Illinois Central corridor with two registered recycling facilities serving the area. Amwaste of Louisiana at 732 E Railroad Ave (985-878-9998) is a regional solid-waste and hauling company that provides residential garbage collection and roll-off dumpster rental; curbside recycling is available in select service cities — residents should call ahead to confirm coverage at their address. LEI Inc at 11441 Fontana Ln (800-309-9908) is an EPA-permitted industrial facility specializing in universal waste (lamps and batteries), e-waste, hazardous materials, PCB waste, and used oil — it serves commercial and industrial generators, not the general public.
Neither facility in Independence currently offers an open public drop-off for everyday household recyclables such as cardboard, bottles, or cans. Tangipahoa Parish residents seeking a residential drop-off are advised to contact the Parish solid-waste department or explore options in nearby Hammond, Amite City, Ponchatoula, or Covington. The state page at Louisiana recycling centers lists all facilities statewide.
LEI Inc — now operated under the Triumvirate Environmental umbrella — brings a specialized capability unique to this corridor: its Simple Cycle mail-back program lets small businesses responsibly recycle fluorescent lamps and dry-cell batteries without a truck pickup. The company has handled lamp recycling since 1994 and holds multiple EPA permits at its Independence sites. For commercial waste generators in the region, LEI remains the closest industrial hazardous and universal waste contractor.
Curbside recycling infrastructure across Tangipahoa Parish continues to expand; check directly with Amwaste of Louisiana at 985-878-9998 or email customerservice.la@amwasteusa.com to learn whether Independence addresses are now covered by a curbside recycling route. For the latest Parish-wide solid-waste news, visit Louisiana and bookmark this page — we update it as new information is verified.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Independence
Is there a public recycling drop-off in Independence, LA?
As of October 2026, neither facility listed in Independence — Amwaste of Louisiana nor LEI Inc — has confirmed a public residential drop-off. Residents should contact Tangipahoa Parish solid waste or check centers in Hammond or Ponchatoula for the nearest option.
Does Amwaste of Louisiana pick up recycling curbside in Independence?
Amwaste offers curbside recycling in select Louisiana cities, but coverage in Independence itself has not been confirmed. Call 985-878-9998 or email customerservice.la@amwasteusa.com to ask whether your address is in a current service zone.
Can businesses in Independence drop off lamps or batteries at LEI Inc?
Yes — LEI Inc at 11441 Fontana Ln accepts universal waste including lamps and batteries from commercial and industrial generators. They also offer a Simple Cycle mail-back program for businesses that cannot transport materials directly. Call 800-309-9908 to set up service.
Where is the closest recycling center to Independence for residents?
The nearest cities with additional recycling options are Hammond (about 10 miles west) and Ponchatoula (about 12 miles southwest). Visit the Louisiana recycling centers page for a full statewide listing.