24-Hour Recycling Drop-Off | Chapel Hill NC 27517

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About This Location

The Orange County 24-Hour Recycling Drop-Off Site at Meadowmont in Chapel Hill, NC is a free, unstaffed drop-off open around the clock for single-stream recyclables, cardboard, and glass.

What this location Accepts

✓ Single-stream recyclables (plastic bottles/jugs #1, #2, #4, #5; aluminum cans; steel/tin cans; milk and juice cartons)

✓ Corrugated cardboard (flattened)

✓ Glass bottles and jars (separate bin from single-stream)

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Plastic bags, plastic film, or plastic wrap

✕ Styrofoam / polystyrene

✕ Hazardous waste

✕ Electronics or e-waste

✕ Bagged recyclables (all materials must be loose)

Programs & events

Orange County 24-Hour Drop-Off Network — Multiple 24/7 drop-off sites across Chapel Hill and Carrboro operated by Orange County Solid Waste Management; contact (919) 968-2788 for all site locations
Food Waste Drop-Off — BigBelly Smart Compost bins also available at select 24-hour sites; BigBelly app required to unlock bins

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I drop off at the Orange County 24-hour recycling site at Meadowmont in Chapel Hill?

You can drop off single-stream recyclables (plastics #1, #2, #4, #5; aluminum; steel/tin cans; cartons), corrugated cardboard (flattened), and glass bottles and jars in a separate bin. All materials must be loose — never bagged.

Does the Meadowmont recycling drop-off in Chapel Hill accept electronics or batteries?

No. This 24-hour drop-off only accepts single-stream recyclables, cardboard, and glass. For electronics recycling in Orange County, contact Orange County Solid Waste at (919) 968-2788 for the current e-waste schedule.

Is there a fee to use the 24-hour recycling drop-off site in Chapel Hill?

No. The Orange County 24-hour drop-off sites are free and open to all residents and businesses, with no residency restrictions and no staffing. Just sort your materials correctly and place them in the right bins.

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24-Hour Recycling Center, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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City / State

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Opening Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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