City Of Chattanooga Recycle Center

Recycling Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee

📍 5955 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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About This Location

This City of Chattanooga Recycle Center at 5955 Brainerd Road is one of the city's drop-off recycling centers, open to Hamilton County residents. It accepts aluminum and steel cans, cardboard, glass, newspaper, mixed paper, #1 and #2 plastics, computer electronics, and cooking oil. The center is closed Mondays and does not take TVs, fluorescent bulbs, plastic bags, styrofoam, or non-computer electronics.

What City of Chattanooga Recycle Center Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Steel cans
✓ Cardboard
✓ Glass
✓ Newspaper
✓ Mixed paper
✓ Plastics #1-2
✓ Computer electronics
✓ Cooking oil

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Motor Oil

What they do not accept

✕ Televisions
✕ Non-computer electronics
✕ Fluorescent bulbs
✕ Plastic bags
✕ Styrofoam
✕ Clothes
✕ Food
✕ Yard waste
✕ Large toys

Fees

  • Drop-off recycling

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · Hamilton County residents are allowed to use the city recycle centers.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I recycle at the Brainerd Road center?

Aluminum and steel cans, cardboard, glass, newspaper, mixed paper, #1 and #2 plastics, computer electronics, and cooking oil.

Is the 5955 Brainerd Rd recycle center free?

Yes. The City of Chattanooga's recycle centers are free drop-off for Hamilton County residents.

Can I drop off a TV or old DVD player here?

No. TVs, DVD players, VCRs, and other non-computer electronics are not accepted. Only computer electronics are taken.

What days is the Brainerd Road center open?

It is open Tuesday through Friday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. It is closed Mondays and on city holidays.

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Contact & Location

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Address
5955 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Website
chattanooga.gov
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City / State
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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