Recycling Centers in Rock Springs, WY
Find drop-off recycling locations in Rock Springs, Wyoming. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Rock Springs has 5 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in Rock Springs: A Local Guide
Rock Springs, WY has 5 recycling-related listings, led by the nonprofit Ray Lovato Recycling Center, along with an auto recycler, a scrap-metal and steel service, a private waste hauler, and the Sweetwater County Solid Waste Disposal District. There is no municipal curbside recycling; the main public-facing option is free drop-off recycling at Ray Lovato, which is funded by the Solid Waste District and the city so residents can recycle at no charge. See all Wyoming recycling centers for more.
The Ray Lovato Recycling Center on Sheridan St accepts plastics, mixed paper, cardboard, paperboard, tin and aluminum from Sweetwater County residents. For vehicles and metal, Auto Recyclers handles end-of-life cars and Rock Springs Hide & Fur Steel Services takes scrap steel. Trash disposal is overseen by the Sweetwater County Solid Waste Disposal District 1. Check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Want to compare nearby Wyoming towns? The capital Cheyenne has the most listings, followed by Laramie, Casper and coal-country Gillette. Browse the full Wyoming directory for recycling and disposal options statewide.
All Recycling Centers in Rock Springs
Recycling Centers in Nearby Cities
Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Rock Springs
Is recycling free in Rock Springs?
Yes. Rock Springs residents don't pay to recycle their household materials at the Ray Lovato Recycling Center, thanks to an agreement with the Sweetwater County Solid Waste District that helps fund the nonprofit center. There is no city curbside recycling program.
What does the Ray Lovato Recycling Center accept?
The center takes plastics, mixed paper, cardboard, paperboard, tin and aluminum from across Sweetwater County, including Green River and surrounding communities. Sorting rules and accepted plastic types can change, so check the center's page or call ahead before hauling a load.
Where can I recycle a car or scrap metal in Rock Springs?
Auto Recyclers near I-80 handles end-of-life and junk vehicles, while Rock Springs Hide & Fur Steel Services takes scrap steel. Prices and accepted items vary by yard and market, so contact them directly for current rates.
Who handles trash and the landfill in Rock Springs?
The Sweetwater County Solid Waste Disposal District 1 oversees solid-waste disposal for the area, and Wyoming Waste Systems provides collection service. Disposal fees and pickup schedules vary, so confirm current details with each directly.