Uncw Recycling Depot

Recycling Center in Wilmington, North Carolina

📍 5195 Lionfish Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
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About This Location

The UNCW Public Recycling Depot at 5195 Lionfish Dr in Wilmington is open to the community, accepting cardboard, paper, plastic, metal, glass, and foam and film plastics. It is open every day from 7 am to 6 pm, and large loads from the public, businesses, and campus services can be brought to the warehouse lot during business hours. Electronic waste is handled separately at 5179 Lionfish Dr, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm.

What UNCW Public Recycling Depot Accepts

✓ Cardboard (Clean and dry; contaminated or wet cardboard is rejected)
✓ Paper
✓ Plastic containers (Beverage bottles and food containers)
✓ Metal / aluminum cans
✓ Glass
✓ Foam plastics
✓ Film plastics
✓ Electronic waste (e-waste) (Accepted only at the warehouse at 5179 Lionfish Dr, Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Contaminated or wet cardboard

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the community. Significant quantities and large loads from the public, local businesses, and campus services should be brought directly to the warehouse lot during business hours.

Programs & events

  • E-waste drop-off

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the UNCW Recycling Depot open to the public?

Yes. The depot welcomes community members, local businesses, and campus services. Large loads should be brought to the warehouse lot during business hours.

What are the UNCW Recycling Depot hours?

The depot is open every day from 7 am to 6 pm. Electronic waste, handled at 5179 Lionfish Dr, is accepted Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm.

What materials does the UNCW Recycling Depot accept?

Cardboard, paper, plastic containers, metal and aluminum cans, glass, and foam and film plastics. Clean, dry cardboard only. Electronics are accepted separately at the warehouse.

Where do I take electronics at UNCW?

E-waste is accepted at the warehouse at 5179 Lionfish Dr (not the depot bins) during office hours, Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm.

What if a recycling bin is full?

The depot is serviced daily. If you find a bin full, neatly place bagged or flattened recyclables in front of or next to the appropriate container.

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Contact & Location

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Address
5195 Lionfish Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
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Website
uncw.edu
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City / State
Wilmington, North Carolina

Opening Hours

Monday 7 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 7 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 7 AM-6 PM
Thursday 7 AM-6 PM
Friday 7 AM-6 PM
Saturday 7 AM-6 PM
Sunday 7 AM-6 PM

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