Recycling Centers in Alexandria, MN
Find drop-off recycling locations in Alexandria, Minnesota. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Alexandria has 4 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in Alexandria: A Local Guide
Alexandria lists four recycling-related facilities in our directory, anchored by two county-run operations that together handle most of the area's waste and recyclables — part of the broader Minnesota network. The primary recycling drop-off is through Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management, which runs an Environmental Center at 1916 Nokomis Street, Alexandria. Hours are Monday–Tuesday and Thursday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM, and Saturday 8 AM–noon; closed Wednesday and Sunday. This joint authority serves both Pope and Douglas counties.
For solid waste disposal, Douglas County Demolition and Landfill at 2967 Pike Road NE is the area's primary facility for construction debris and solid waste — referenced directly by the City of Alexandria for waste disposal needs. The facility's website was not operational at review time; call 320-852-7344 before visiting to confirm hours, fees, and what materials are accepted.
Scrap metal sellers should head to Viking Recycling at 4733 County Road 13 NE, a family-owned yard that buys copper, brass, stainless steel, aluminum cans and rims, painted siding, radiators, metal wire, and end-of-life vehicles. Open Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM; Saturday hours are suspended in winter, so call 320-852-7503 before a weekend trip. Alex Rubbish & Recycling at 1301 36th Avenue West provides collection and hauling services for the area.
Nearby communities with additional recycling options include Brainerd, Fergus Falls, Willmar, and St. Cloud. Browse the full Minnesota hub for all listed cities.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Alexandria
Where do I drop off recyclables in Alexandria, MN?
Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management at 1916 Nokomis Street is the area's public recycling Environmental Center, open Monday–Tuesday and Thursday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM, and Saturday 8 AM–noon. Call 320-763-9340 before visiting to confirm accepted materials.
Where can I sell scrap metal in Alexandria, MN?
Viking Recycling at 4733 County Road 13 NE buys copper, brass, stainless steel, aluminum cans and rims, radiators, metal wire, and end-of-life vehicles. Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM; call 320-852-7503 before a Saturday visit, as winter hours vary.
Where do I take construction debris or demolition waste in Alexandria?
Douglas County Demolition and Landfill at 2967 Pike Road NE handles demolition debris and solid waste disposal. Hours and fees were not confirmed online — call 320-852-7344 before dropping off material.
Does Alexandria MN have a household hazardous waste drop-off?
Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management coordinates HHW disposal for the area. Contact their office at 320-763-9340 to ask about accepted HHW materials and any scheduled collection events, as a permanent open-door HHW facility was not confirmed in our research.