Scrap tires are banned from most landfills. Recyclers and many transfer stations accept them for a small per-tire fee, then turn them into crumb rubber, fuel and civil-engineering material.

In Texas we list 14 tires drop-off locations across 11 cities, with the most in Houston, Fort Worth, Abilene, Austin and Brookshire. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Tires Drop-Off Locations in Texas

Swm - Environmental Services Center

📍Houston · 11500 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77035
📞+1 832-393-7766
🕐Today: Closed
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La Porte Recycling Center Dropoff

📍La Porte · 2963 N 23rd St, La Porte, TX 77571
📞+1 281-471-9650
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Green Metal Recycling

📍Fort Worth · 7700 Jacksboro Hwy, Fort Worth, TX 76135
📞+1 817-238-2111
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:45 PM
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Environmental Recycling Center

📍Abilene · 2209 Oak St, Abilene, TX 79602
📞+1 325-672-2209
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Hood County Citizens Collection Station

📍Granbury · 244 Bray St, Granbury, TX 76048
📞+1 817-579-3288
🕐Today: 8 AM–1 PM
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Tyler Recycling Collection Center

📍Tyler · 414 N Bois D'Arc Ave, Tyler, TX 75702
📞+1 903-531-1388
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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East Aldine Neighborhood Recycling Center

📍Houston · 2789 Hopper Rd, Houston, TX 77093
📞+1 713-454-7185
🕐Today: 9 AM–4:30 PM
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Ellington Airport/Clear Lake Neighborhood Recycling Center

📍Houston · 246 Loop Rd, Houston, TX 77034
📞+1 713-837-0311
🕐Today: 8 AM–8 PM
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Fort Bend County Recycle And Environmental Center

📍Rosenberg · 1200 Blume Rd, Rosenberg, TX 77471
📞+1 281-633-7581
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Waller County Recycling Center

📍Brookshire · 32159 Morton Rd, Brookshire, TX 77423
📞+1 281-391-2009
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center

📍Austin · 2514 Business Center Dr, Austin, TX 78744
📞+1 512-974-4343
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Tire Recycling Of East Texas

📍Hallsville · 101 Young Rd, Hallsville, TX 75650
📞+1 318-349-8156
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Fort Worth Recycling Center

📍Fort Worth · 2400 Brennan Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76106
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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3 Star Tire Recycling Llc

📍Venus · 3841 V V Jones Rd, Venus, TX 76084
📞+1 469-831-0426
🕐Today: 6:30 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Tires in Texas: What to Know

🛞 Passenger tires
Car and light-truck tires, with or without rims. Rims on often cost a little more.
🚛 Large/commercial tires
Truck, tractor and off-road tires are accepted at fewer sites and cost more to process.

How to Prepare Tires

  • Expect a per-tire fee — tires are rarely free to drop off.
  • Ask whether tires on rims cost extra.
  • Most sites limit how many tires residents can bring per visit.

Tires Recycling FAQ — Texas

Which Texas cities have the most tires drop-off locations?

The most tires drop-offs are in Houston (3), Fort Worth (2), Abilene (1), Austin (1) and Brookshire (1). In total we list 14 locations across 11 Texas cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle tires in Texas?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Texas directory. County convenience centers and tire retailers are often the easiest option. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off tires?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put tires in my curbside bin?

Usually no — tires typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all tire recycling locations by city, the full Texas recycling directory, or tires recycling in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Minnesota, South Carolina, New Jersey.