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About This Location

Springfield's Environmental Services Office administers four free public recycling facilities including the Franklin Avenue and Lone Pine Recycling Centers, open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Tin cans
✓ Cardboard (dry)
✓ Glass
✓ Paper
✓ Plastic
✓ Yard waste — leaves, brush, sticks, organic holiday décor
✓ Household chemicals (at separate HCCC facility)

Related recycling guides: Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Bagged recyclables
✕ Electronics (check city website for separate e-waste events)
✕ Large mattresses (fee applies at select locations)

Fees

  • Standard recyclables drop-off — Free (voluntary donations encouraged)
  • Mattress recycling — Flat fee per piece (amount not published — call 417-864-1904)

Programs & events

  • Franklin Avenue Recycling Center — 731 N. Franklin Ave, Springfield MO. Tue–Sat 8 AM–5 PM. Accepts aluminum, tin, cardboard, glass, paper, plastic, and yard waste. Free. Cash/check only.
  • Lone Pine Recycling Center — 3020 S. Lone Pine Ave, Springfield MO. Tue–Sat 8 AM–5 PM. Same materials as Franklin Ave. Free. Cash/check only.
  • Household Chemical Collection Center (HCCC) — Accepts household hazardous chemicals separately from standard recyclables. Cash/check only. Call Recycling Hotline 417-864-1904 for current hours.
  • Yardwaste Recycling Center — Accepts larger volumes of yard waste and branches. Sells mulch seasonally. Accepts cash, check, and credit/debit cards.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can I drop off at Springfield's Franklin Avenue Recycling Center?

Franklin Avenue Recycling Center (731 N. Franklin Ave) accepts aluminum, tin, cardboard, glass, paper, plastic, and yard waste including leaves, brush, sticks, and organic holiday décor. Drop-off is free. The center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and accepts cash and check only.

Is recycling free at Springfield MO city drop-off centers?

Yes. Recycling is free at all City of Springfield drop-off centers. The city encourages voluntary donations. Mattress recycling is an exception and carries a flat per-piece fee. Bring cash or check — credit cards are not accepted at the recycling centers.

Does Springfield have a household chemicals or hazardous waste drop-off?

Yes. The City operates a Household Chemical Collection Center (HCCC) separate from the standard recycling centers. Call the Recycling Hotline at 417-864-1904 for current HCCC hours and accepted chemicals.

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Contact & Location

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840 N Boonville Ave, Springfield, MO 65802
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City / State
Springfield, Missouri

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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