Environmental Recycling Center

The Environmental Recycling Center, located at 2209 Oak Street, is a "One Stop Drop" Recycling Center as part of Abilene's voluntary recycling program. The hours of operation at the Center are from 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Sunday. The Center is closed on all city approved holidays. Please call 672-2209 for further information.

We accept:

• Do-It-Yourself oil & oil filters
• Antifreeze, brake fluids, and transmission fluids
• Batteries
• Paints
• Fertilizers, and pesticides
• Solvents and degreasers
• Poisons
• Pool chemicals
• Hobby supplies
• Aerosol cans
• Acids and drain cleaners.
• Tires are accepted but require a processing fee.
  • Passenger tires are $2.00 each
  • Truck tires are $5.00 each
  • Tires larger than 24.5" cannot be accepted.
  • An additional charge of $3.00 will be made for any tire on a rim.

We cannot accept:

• Any containers not clearly labeled specifying the contents.
• Containers larger than one gallon (unless arrangements are made with the collection manager)
• Pressurized gas cylinders
• Biologically active substances
• Radioactive materials
• Products containing dioxins or 2-4-5T
• Waste generated by business and industry
• Any one wishing to dispose of explosives or ammunition will be required to make an appointment with the center manager.

We Offer:

• Product exchange program
• Home chemicals that are received in a sound container with its original label that clearly states its contents will be placed into the program for free issue.
• The intent of the program is to use/reuse a product before it is disposed of as hazardous waste.