Columbia Recycling Facility
Recycling Center in Columbia, Missouri
About This Location
Columbia's Material Recovery Facility on Peabody Road was destroyed by an EF-1 tornado in April 2025 and remains closed; the city is rebuilding and has restored curbside collection and some drop-off alternatives in the interim.
Status Update
This location appears to be closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Columbia Recycling Facility open?
No. The facility was destroyed by a tornado in April 2025 and is currently being rebuilt. As of late 2026, it is not open to the public. The city expects construction to take approximately 12–18 months from the December 2025 approval.
Can I still recycle in Columbia, MO while the facility is closed?
Yes, with some limitations. The city resumed weekly curbside recycling collection in June 2026. For drop-off, try Mid-Mo Recycling (6104 Brown Station Rd, (573) 474-3997) or the glass drop-off bin at the Columbia Sanitary Landfill on Peabody Road. Electronics recycling is available at the Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District, 701 E Broadway.
What can I put in my curbside recycling blue bag?
Only #1 and #2 plastics (most plastic bottles and containers), aluminum cans, and metal food cans. Bundled fiber — cardboard, newspaper, and office paper — is collected separately. Contaminated materials become trash under the current processing arrangement.
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