Recycling Centers in Springfield, OH
Find drop-off recycling locations in Springfield, Ohio. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Springfield, Ohio can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Springfield: A Local Guide
Springfield is Clark County's seat and the largest city in west-central Ohio, with a population of about 59,000. The city has one of the more accessible recycling networks among Ohio cities its size — a free county-run drop-off open every day, a household hazardous waste program, and two scrap metal buyers for metals and electronics.
The Clark County Solid Waste District at 1602 West Main Street is the anchor of Springfield's recycling system. The West Recycling Station drop-off at 1620 W Main St (adjacent to the office) is open 7 AM–7 PM every day of the week at no cost to Clark County residents, with bins for cans, glass, plastics, paper, books, yard waste, and styrofoam. The office itself is open Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM. Every Thursday from 9 AM–6 PM and on the first Saturday of each month from 9 AM–noon, the district holds household hazardous waste collection — paints, automotive fluids, and chemicals are accepted for $1.00 per pound. The district also runs a Furniture Drop program (small items $5, large items $10) on the same days, and accepts small electronics such as hard drives, printer cartridges, CDs, and flash drives free of charge. Additional drop-off stations are located across the county — including sites at East Home Road, Selma Pike, Student Avenue, and the Enon area — all open during daylight hours.
Cohen Commercial Recycling Center at 1808 Lagonda Avenue pays cash or check for scrap metals, electronics, batteries, and junk vehicles from both residents and businesses. Their practical rule: if it's mostly metal, takes batteries, or plugs in, it's likely accepted. Valid photo ID and proof of age (18+) are required to receive payment. Hours are Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–3 PM; closed weekends. Cohen is a buyer, not a free drop-off — for paper, glass, and plastics, use the Clark County West Station on Main Street.
SA Recycling at 820 Sherman Avenue is a full-service scrap yard that pays top prices for steel, aluminum, copper, tin, household appliances, junk cars, and aluminum cans. Commercial customers with large loads can request roll-off service. Open Monday–Friday 8 AM–4:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM–noon; closed Sunday. Call (937) 328-3330 to check current scrap prices before making the trip.
Other recycling resources in Ohio are available in nearby cities including Dayton, Columbus, Grove City, and Delaware.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Springfield
Is there a free recycling drop-off in Springfield, OH that's open on weekends?
Yes — the Clark County West Recycling Station at 1620 W Main St is open every day from 7 AM to 7 PM at no charge. Bins for cans, glass, plastic, paper, books, yard waste, and styrofoam are all available, including Saturdays and Sundays.
Where can I drop off paint or hazardous chemicals in Springfield, OH?
The Clark County Solid Waste District accepts household hazardous waste every Thursday 9 AM–6 PM and the first Saturday of each month 9 AM–noon at 1602 W Main St. The fee is $1.00 per pound. Call (937) 521-2020 to confirm what materials are accepted.
Where can I sell scrap metal in Springfield, OH?
Two yards buy scrap in Springfield: SA Recycling at 820 Sherman Ave (Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 8 AM–noon; call (937) 328-3330) accepts steel, aluminum, copper, appliances, and junk cars. Cohen Recycling at 1808 Lagonda Ave (Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM; call (937) 325-9289) pays cash or check for metals, electronics, batteries, and autos — valid photo ID required.
Does Clark County, OH accept styrofoam and electronics for recycling?
Yes on both counts. Styrofoam packaging is accepted at the West Recycling Station at 1620 W Main St during regular 7 AM–7 PM hours. Small electronics including hard drives, printer cartridges, CDs, flash drives, and VHS tapes are accepted free at the same facility. For larger electronics or TVs, contact the district at (937) 521-2020.