Recycling Centers in Bolivar, MO
Find drop-off recycling locations in Bolivar, Missouri. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Bolivar has 2 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 Bolivar: A Local Guide
Bolivar is the county seat of Polk County in southwest Missouri, roughly 30 miles north of Springfield. For residents and contractors looking to recycle or sell scrap metal, the city has two active scrap-yard operations both located along the S 135th Rd / S 128th Rd corridor south of town.
L & T Metal Recycling at 4712 S 128th Rd is a family-run scrap-metal and vehicle-buying yard in business since 2010. The yard purchases scrap metal and junk cars in various conditions, paying sellers at current market rates rather than charging a drop-off fee. Note that the business is listed under more than one Bolivar address, so it is worth calling (417) 777-5811 before you load up to confirm which gate to use and what the yard is paying that day.
Brown Iron & Metal at 4885 S 135th Rd is the larger of the two operations, open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. It buys ferrous metals (iron, steel), non-ferrous metals (copper, brass, aluminum, lead), stainless steel, appliances, beverage cans, batteries, radiators, compressors, electric motors, and computer scrap — paying by weight in cash or check. The yard also runs a self-pull auto salvage area where customers can pull used parts at discounted prices. No appointment is required for standard loads; call (417) 326-7277 for large loads or junk vehicles.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Bolivar
Which Bolivar scrap yard pays the most for metal?
Both L & T Metal Recycling and Brown Iron & Metal pay for scrap at current market rates, which fluctuate daily. Neither publishes a posted price list online. Call Brown Iron & Metal at (417) 326-7277 or L & T at (417) 777-5811 to compare the day's rates before hauling your load.
Does Brown Iron & Metal buy junk cars in Bolivar?
Yes. Brown Iron & Metal operates a self-pull auto salvage yard at 4885 S 135th Rd and buys junk vehicles. L & T Metal Recycling also purchases junk cars in various conditions. Call either yard ahead of time for large-load or vehicle drop-off logistics.
Can I drop off electronics or e-waste at either Bolivar scrap yard?
Brown Iron & Metal lists computer and electronic scrap among accepted materials. L & T Metal Recycling's accepted list is less detailed — call (417) 777-5811 to confirm before bringing electronics. Neither yard is a certified e-waste recycler; for TV and monitor disposal, contact the Polk County solid-waste office for local HHW event schedules.
What are the hours for the Bolivar recycling centers?
Brown Iron & Metal (4885 S 135th Rd) is open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM; closed Sunday. Verified hours for L & T Metal Recycling's 4712 S 128th Rd location were not confirmed — call (417) 777-5811 before visiting.