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.
Product Exchange Program
(Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program)
We accept:
Do-It-Yourself oil & oil filters
Antifreeze, brake fluid, and transmission fluid
Automotive style and rechargable 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.
