Recycling Drop-Off
Recycling Center in Rapid City, South Dakota
About This Location
Rapid City's municipal recycling drop-off at 5555 South Highway 79 (near the Rapid City Landfill) is open 24 hours, 7 days a week — free for glass, aluminum, steel cans, plastics, and cardboard.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
Fees
- Recycling drop-off — Free
Access & restrictions
Walk-in (no appointment)
Programs & events
- Rapid City Curbside Recycling — Biweekly curbside pickup for eligible Rapid City residences. Contact (605) 355-3496 for enrollment and schedule details.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I drop off at the Rapid City recycling site on South Highway 79?
The drop-off containers accept glass (all colors), aluminum cans, steel cans, plastics, and cardboard (flattened). Cardboard recycling is only available at remote drop-off sites like this one — it cannot be recycled curbside in Rapid City.
What hours is the Rapid City Recycling Drop-Off on SD-79 open?
The drop-off containers are unmanned and accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No attendant is needed — use the labeled containers for each material.
Is there a fee to use the Rapid City recycling drop-off?
No. Drop-off recycling is free for anyone. Call the Rapid City Solid Waste Division at (605) 355-3496 with questions about accepted materials or to find the nearest drop-off container.
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