Cabq Recycling Drop Off Center
Recycling Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico
About This Location
The City of Albuquerque Recycling Drop-off at 1250 Menaul Blvd NE (the Solid Waste Menaul Site) is one of nine city drop-off locations where residents can recycle for free. It accepts paper, corrugated cardboard, plastics #1 through #7, aluminum and tin cans, and glass in a dedicated yellow bin. The Menaul site is one of the most accessible, open seven days a week from 7 AM to 7 PM. It is a self-service drop-off for standard household recyclables rather than a facility for bulky waste, electronics, or hazardous materials.
What City of Albuquerque Recycling Drop-off (Menaul Site) Accepts
Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
This is a self-service drop-off for standard curbside recyclables. It is not set up for electronics, household hazardous waste, tires, or bulky items.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Free self-service drop-off operated by the City of Albuquerque Solid Waste Department. The Menaul site is open 7 days a week, 7 AM-7 PM.
Programs & events
- City recycling drop-off network
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I recycle at the Albuquerque Menaul drop-off?
The Menaul site accepts paper, corrugated cardboard, paperboard cartons, plastics #1 through #7, aluminum and tin cans, foil and pie pans, pots and pans, and glass bottles and jars. Glass must go in the dedicated yellow bin, not the blue cart.
What are the hours for the Menaul recycling drop-off?
The Solid Waste Menaul Site at 1250 Menaul Blvd NE is open seven days a week from 7 AM to 7 PM, making it one of the most accessible of the city's nine drop-off locations.
Is the Albuquerque recycling drop-off free?
Yes. The City of Albuquerque's recycling drop-off locations, including the Menaul site, are free self-service drop-offs for residents. No ID or appointment is required.
Why can't I put glass in my blue cart in Albuquerque?
The city does not accept glass in the blue curbside cart because glass breaks inside collection trucks and contaminates other recyclables. Instead, bring glass bottles and jars to the yellow bin at a drop-off location such as the Menaul site.
Can I drop off electronics or hazardous waste at the Menaul site?
No. The recycling drop-off handles standard household recyclables only. Electronics and household hazardous waste are handled through separate City of Albuquerque programs, not at the Menaul recycling bins.
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