Saint Louis City Recycles

Recycling Center in St Louis, Missouri

📍 4646 Shenandoah Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
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About This Location

Saint Louis City Recycles operates a free, single-stream drop-off at 4646 Shenandoah Ave open Monday through Friday, 8 AM–4 PM, exclusively for City of St. Louis residents.

What this location Accepts

✓ Paper (mixed, white office, newspapers)
✓ Flattened cardboard
✓ Plastic bottles and containers
✓ Glass bottles and jars
✓ Metal food and beverage cans
✓ Food and beverage cartons (e.g., juice boxes, milk cartons)

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Bagged recyclables (loose items only)
✕ Plastic bags and plastic film
✕ Styrofoam
✕ Sharps and needles
✕ Food waste
✕ Single-use disposables (straws, utensils, plates)

Programs & events

  • School Recycling Program — Recycling setup and assistance for City of St. Louis schools
  • Workplace Recycling Services — Assistance for city-based businesses to establish recycling programs
  • Event Recycling Assistance — Support for recycling at community events within the city
  • Recycle Coach App — Free mobile app to help residents identify what goes in which bin

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can St. Louis County residents use the Shenandoah Ave drop-off?

No. By city ordinance, the drop-off is restricted to people who live within St. Louis city limits. County residents, businesses, and institutions are not permitted to use the facility.

Do I need to sort recyclables before dropping them off?

No pre-sorting into separate bins is required — this is a single-stream facility. However, items must be loose (not in plastic bags), clean, and dry. Cardboard must be flattened.

Is there a fee for city residents to drop off recyclables?

No. The drop-off is free for City of St. Louis residents as part of the city's refuse program.

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Contact & Location

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4646 Shenandoah Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
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St Louis, Missouri

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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