Washington County South Environmental Center

Recycling Center in Woodbury, Minnesota

📍 4039 Cottage Grove Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129
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About This Location

The Washington County South Environmental Center at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive in Woodbury is the county's drop-off for household hazardous waste that does not belong in the trash or recycling bin. Residents can bring items like paint, stains and paint removers, antifreeze, motor oil and filters, vehicle batteries, propane tanks, fluorescent bulbs, household cleaners, mercury thermometers and vaping devices. The center also serves small Washington County businesses, accepting universal waste from all of them and fully regulated hazardous waste from qualifying Very Small Quantity Generators.

What Washington County South Environmental Center Accepts

✓ Antifreeze
✓ Motor oil and oil filters
✓ Propane tanks
✓ Vehicle batteries
✓ Paint, paint removers and stains
✓ Fluorescent bulbs
✓ Household cleaners
✓ Mercury thermometers
✓ Vaping devices
✓ Fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides and weed killer

Related recycling guides: Batteries · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

This is a household hazardous waste and universal waste facility, not a general single-stream or scrap drop-off. Acceptance of electronics, appliances, furniture and curbside-type recyclables was not verified from the county page and should be confirmed with the county.

Access & restrictions

residents-only · Walk-in (no appointment) · Serves Washington County residents for household hazardous waste. Also accepts universal waste from all small Washington County businesses and fully regulated hazardous waste from qualifying Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQG).

Programs & events

  • Small business / VSQG waste

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I recycle at the Washington County South Environmental Center?

It is a household hazardous waste drop-off. Verified accepted items include paint, stains and paint removers, antifreeze, motor oil and filters, vehicle batteries, propane tanks, fluorescent bulbs, household cleaners, mercury thermometers, vaping devices, and lawn chemicals like fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides and weed killer.

How do I get rid of paint or motor oil in Washington County, MN?

Bring them to the South Environmental Center at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive in Woodbury, which accepts paint, paint removers, stains, motor oil and oil filters as part of its household hazardous waste program.

Can businesses use the center?

Yes. It accepts universal waste such as batteries and bulbs from all small Washington County businesses, and if your business qualifies as a Very Small Quantity Generator it also takes fully regulated hazardous waste.

What are the center's hours?

Based on current listings it is open Tuesday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., closed Sunday, Monday and Wednesday and on county holidays. Confirm with the county before a special trip.

Does it take electronics or branches?

That was not confirmed from the county's page for this facility. The center is set up for hazardous and universal waste, so call 651-275-7475 to ask about electronics, yard waste or other items before you go.

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

Recycling Centers Near Woodbury

Contact & Location

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4039 Cottage Grove Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129
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City / State
Woodbury, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11 AM-7 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM-2 PM
Sunday Closed

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