If you live in Holdrege and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.

Recycling in Holdrege: A Local Guide

Holdrege, NE has 3 listings in our directory covering the main recycling and solid waste options in Phelps County. The three facilities are spread across the south end of town and the rural county road to the west — together they cover community recyclables, scrap metal and general solid waste. For a broader Nebraska search, see our Nebraska recycling hub.

The primary public recycling drop-off is Holdrege Area Recycling at 514 13th Street — a community-based center that serves residents of Holdrege and the surrounding Phelps County area. Because the center does not maintain an active website, accepted materials and hours were not independently verifiable at time of research; call +1 308-995-4612 or check their Facebook page before visiting.

For scrap metal, Booe Machinery & Salvage at 72799 J Road buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals for cash. They are open Monday through Friday in a split schedule (8:00–11:45 AM and 1:00–4:30 PM) and are closed weekends. They do not accept hazardous materials, sealed/pressurized containers, CRT or LCD electronics, liquids, or non-metal materials like tires or plastic. Call +1 308-337-2250 for current pricing before hauling a large load.

Prairie Hill Landfill at 506 13th Street is adjacent to the recycling center and handles municipal solid waste disposal — it is not a recycling facility. Nearby options in the region include Grand Island, Hastings (where Booe also has a location), and Kearney, all reachable via US-6 or US-34.

All Recycling Centers in Holdrege

Booe Machinery & Salvage L.l.c.

📍 72799 J Rd, Holdrege, NE 68949
📞 +1 308-337-2250
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Holdrege Area Recycling

📍 514 13th St, Holdrege, NE 68949
📞 +1 308-995-4612
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Prairie Hill Landfill

📍 506 13th St, Holdrege, NE 68949
📞 +1 308-995-5575
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Holdrege

What can I recycle at Holdrege Area Recycling?

Holdrege Area Recycling at 514 13th Street is a community drop-off center, but its accepted materials list was not independently verifiable from an official source. Call +1 308-995-4612 or check their Facebook page for what they currently accept before making the trip.

Where can I sell scrap metal in Holdrege?

Booe Machinery & Salvage on J Road buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals Monday–Friday. Their Holdrege schedule is 8:00–11:45 AM and 1:00–4:30 PM — they close for lunch and are not open on weekends. Call 308-337-2250 for the day's metal prices.

Is Prairie Hill Landfill a recycling center?

No. Prairie Hill Landfill at 506 13th Street is a solid waste disposal site, not a recycling center. For recycling, use Holdrege Area Recycling next door, or Booe Machinery for scrap metal.

Are there recycling options in nearby Nebraska cities?

Yes. Grand Island and Hastings both have more options including additional Booe Machinery locations. Kearney to the north also has multiple recycling facilities. Browse the Nebraska hub for the full list.