Western Resources Group (Wrg)
Recycling Center in Ogallala, Nebraska
About This Location
Western Resources Group (WRG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit resource-recovery and recycling facility at 3305 West H Street in Ogallala, Nebraska, serving Keith County and the broader western Nebraska region. WRG runs a multi-stream, source-separated program: each material goes into its own designated bin rather than a single mixed container. Accepted materials include rigid plastics #1–7, soft/film plastics (through the Hefty ReNew program, placed in orange bags sold at the office), flattened cardboard, clean mixed paper, glass of all colors, aluminum and tin cans, electronics, batteries, and used printer cartridges. WRG also accepts household and agricultural chemical/hazardous waste for a per-pound fee, handled during staffed hours only. WRG advertises 24-hour drop-off at its Ogallala facility for standard outdoor-bin materials, but it does not accept drop-offs without prior approval — call ahead at (308) 284-7353 before you come. Beyond public drop-off, WRG offers roll-off container service to communities within about 75 miles of Ogallala and produces Eco-Shred animal bedding from clean donated cardboard and newsprint.
What Western Resources Group (WRG) Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Household Hazardous Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
WRG does not accept items containing Freon. Rigid plastics must be placed loose in the bin, not bagged.
Fees
- Standard recyclables (plastics, cardboard, paper, glass, metals, electronics, batteries) — Free
- Household/agricultural chemical and hazardous waste disposal — $2.50 per pound
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Appointment required · WRG serves Keith County and the western Nebraska region. 24-hour drop-off is advertised for standard outdoor-bin materials, but WRG does not accept drop-offs without prior approval — call ahead before you come. Household chemical/hazardous waste is accepted during staffed hours only.
Programs & events
- Roll-off container service — Roll-off containers offered to communities within about 75 miles of Ogallala.
- Eco-Shred animal bedding — WRG manufactures animal bedding from clean donated cardboard and newsprint.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to call ahead before dropping off at WRG?
Yes. WRG states it does not accept drop-offs without prior approval and asks that you call ahead at (308) 284-7353 before you come. While WRG advertises 24-hour drop-off for its standard outdoor bins in Ogallala, calling first is the safest way to confirm your materials are accepted.
Does WRG accept printers and printer cartridges?
WRG's electronic-recycling page lists printers among the e-waste accepted in the container at the front of the facility, and used printer cartridges can also be placed in that same container. If you have a printer specifically, call (308) 284-7353 to confirm, as some third-party listings have reported printers are no longer taken.
How do I recycle soft plastics like grocery bags and film at WRG?
Soft and film plastics — grocery bags, plastic film, Styrofoam, plastic cutlery, and wrappers — are accepted through the Hefty ReNew program. They must be placed in the orange Hefty bags, which are available for purchase at the WRG office. They are not accepted loose or in regular bags.
Is there a fee to drop off household chemicals or hazardous waste?
Yes. WRG charges $2.50 per pound for chemical and hazardous-waste disposal (paints, automotive fluids, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, household cleaners). This material is accepted only during staffed hours, not in the after-hours bins. Standard recyclables are free.
Does WRG accept appliances with Freon?
No. WRG cannot accept any items containing Freon. Call (308) 284-7353 for guidance on where to take Freon-containing appliances.
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