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About This Location

Walters Recycling & Refuse runs a public drop-off site at 10191 Xylite Street NE in Blaine, Anoka County, Minnesota. Everyday recyclables such as cans, cardboard, glass, plastics #1/#2/#5, paper, batteries and scrap metal are accepted at no charge, while bulky furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics and extra trash are accepted for a fee. The site is open to the public, is cashless (card only), and requires a valid photo ID.

What Walters Recycling and Refuse Public Drop-Off Site Accepts

✓ Aluminum and metal cans (No charge)
✓ Cardboard (No charge up to one cubic yard; excess for a fee)
✓ Glass jars and bottles (No charge)
✓ Plastics #1, #2 and #5 (No charge)
✓ Paper, newspaper and magazines (No charge)
✓ Batteries (all types) (No charge)
✓ Cell phones (No charge)
✓ Ink cartridges (No charge)
✓ Eyeglasses (No charge)
✓ Scrap metal (No charge)
✓ Bicycles (Donated year-round to the Bikes4kids program)
✓ Clothing and textiles (Via on-site USAgain collection box)
✓ Bulky furniture and mattresses (Accepted for a fee)
✓ Appliances (Accepted for a fee; drain all gas and oil first)
✓ Electronics / e-waste (Accepted for a fee)
✓ Extra trash bags (Accepted for a fee)
✓ Construction and demolition debris (Accepted for a fee)
✓ Large outdoor items (Grills, lawnmowers, basketball hoops; fee applies, drain gas/oil)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Mattresses · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing

What they do not accept

The site does not publish an explicit do-not-accept list; equipment must have all gas and oil drained before arrival. Call ahead for items not listed.

Fees

  • Bulky furniture, mattresses, appliances, e-waste, construction debris, extra trash, large outdoor items

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public (residential and commercial, though some fees apply to commercial users). Walk-in; a valid photo ID is required and the site is cashless, so bring a credit or debit card for fee items.

Programs & events

  • Bikes4kids
  • USAgain textile collection

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I drop off for free at Walters in Blaine?

Everyday recyclables are free: aluminum and metal cans, cardboard (up to one cubic yard), glass, plastics #1/#2/#5, paper, all battery types, cell phones, ink cartridges, eyeglasses and scrap metal. Bicycles and textiles are also collected.

What items cost a fee?

Bulky furniture and mattresses, appliances, electronics/e-waste, extra trash bags, construction and demolition debris, and large outdoor items such as grills and lawnmowers are accepted for a fee. Call for current rates.

Do I need ID or cash?

Bring a valid photo ID. The site is cashless, so you will need a credit or debit card to pay any fees; cash is not accepted.

When is the public drop-off open?

The Blaine drop-off is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It is closed on weekends.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Contact & Location

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Address
10191 Xylite St NE, Blaine, MN 55449
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City / State
Blaine, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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