Centre County Recycling Program
Recycling Center in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
About This Location
The Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority (CCRRA) operates the county's main transfer station and recycling campus at 253 Transfer Road in Bellefonte. Residents can drop off standard recyclables free of charge at containers outside the gate, while the staffed transfer station handles refuse, bulk recyclables, tires, electronics, scrap metal and appliances by weight. The Authority runs programs across Centre County, from curbside and neighborhood drop-off containers to annual Household Hazardous Waste collection events.
What Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Tires · Appliances · Yard Waste · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
A complete not-accepted list was not published in the sources reviewed; contact the Authority at 814-238-6649 to confirm specific items.
Fees
- Residential drop-off recyclables (outside the gate) — Free
- Bulk recyclables — $50.00/ton, or $10.00 minimum if less than a ton
- Refuse — $25.00 minimum up to 560 lbs; $87.00/ton over 560 lbs
- Automobile tires — $25.00 minimum up to 560 lbs; $87.00/ton over 560 lbs
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Residential drop-off recycling containers are available at no charge outside the gate; staffed transfer station services (refuse, tires, bulk recyclables) are charged by weight during business hours.
Programs & events
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event — Annual collection event for household hazardous waste
- Drop-off recycling container network — Compartmentalized containers for six categories of materials at numerous locations throughout Centre County
- Curbside recycling — Curbside collection program serving parts of the county
- Recycling mini-grant program — Grants for community recycling projects
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is drop-off recycling free at the Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority?
Yes. Residential recyclables can be dropped off at no charge at containers located outside the gate at 253 Transfer Road. Bulk recyclables brought to the staffed transfer station are charged at $50.00/ton, with a $10.00 minimum if less than a ton.
What are the transfer station hours in Bellefonte?
The CCRRA transfer station is open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays. It is also closed on observed holidays including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Outdoor residential recycling containers can be used anytime.
Can I recycle electronics and old appliances here?
Yes. The Authority accepts electronics such as computers, televisions, printers, copiers, cellphones and cables, as well as scrap metal and appliances including refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, water heaters, stoves and air conditioners.
How much does it cost to drop off tires?
Automobile tires are charged by weight at the transfer station: a $25.00 minimum for loads up to 560 pounds, and $87.00 per ton for loads over 560 pounds.
Does the Authority hold a household hazardous waste collection?
Yes. CCRRA runs an annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event. Contact the Authority at 814-238-6649 or check ccrra.org for the next scheduled date.
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