Recycling Centers in Rolla, MO
Find drop-off recycling locations in Rolla, Missouri. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Rolla, Missouri can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Rolla: A Local Guide
Rolla, the seat of Phelps County in the Missouri Ozarks, offers residents three distinct recycling facilities catering to different material streams — a municipally operated 24/7 drop-off center, a certified electronics recycler, and an automated phone-buyback kiosk.
The cornerstone facility is the City of Rolla Recycling Center at 2141 Old St James Rd, operated by Rolla's Environmental Services department. The drop-off area for separated recyclables — plastics (#1–#2), glass, aluminum cans, tin cans, newspaper, magazines, office paper, and corrugated cardboard — is accessible to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Staff is on-site Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Electronics and batteries are accepted during staffed weekday hours only, from 8 AM to 2 PM. The facility is open to the general public, not restricted to Rolla city residents. Educational tours and presentations can be scheduled by calling (573) 364-9568.
For specialized electronics disposal, Rock Ridge Recycling at 13928 County Road 7120 provides certified e-waste processing and environmental compliance recycling services, operating Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Rock Ridge is closed on weekends and serves a mix of commercial and individual clients; call (573) 433-6845 ahead of your visit to confirm current drop-off availability.
Travelers or students looking to sell a used smartphone can visit the ecoATM kiosk in the entrance vestibule of the Walmart Supercenter at 500 S Bishop Ave. The kiosk accepts smartphones, iPhones, and foldables (not tablets) for instant cash; a valid ID is required. Kiosk hours follow Walmart's store hours: Monday–Thursday and Saturday 7 AM–10:30 PM, Friday 7 AM–10 PM, Sunday 8 AM–10 PM.
Nearby cities in Missouri with additional recycling resources include St. James, Salem, Cuba, and Springfield. Browse the full Missouri recycling directory for more options statewide.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Rolla
Is there a 24-hour recycling drop-off in Rolla, MO?
Yes — the City of Rolla Recycling Center at 2141 Old St James Rd has an unstaffed drop-off area accessible around the clock for separated recyclables including plastics, glass, cans, paper, and cardboard.
Where can I recycle old electronics in Rolla, MO?
Two options: the Rolla Recycling Center accepts e-waste Monday–Friday 8 AM–2 PM (staffed hours only). Rock Ridge Recycling at 13928 Co Rd 7120 offers certified e-waste processing on weekdays — call (573) 433-6845 to confirm availability.
Can I sell my old phone for cash in Rolla?
Yes — the ecoATM kiosk inside Walmart on S Bishop Ave buys smartphones, iPhones, and foldable phones for instant cash. Bring a valid government-issued ID. Tablets are not accepted.
Does the Rolla Recycling Center accept glass bottles?
Yes. The City of Rolla Recycling Center accepts glass (jam jars and CRV glass bottles) in its 24/7 drop-off area, along with plastics, cans, paper, and cardboard.