Washtenaw County Recycling Guide
Recycling has become a way of life for the residents of Washtenaw County. With some of the strongest waste reduction and recycling programs in the state, Washtenaw County communities are preventing tons of waste from unnecessary landfill disposal every day. The 26 drop-off and 13 curbside collection programs make recycling convenient and accessible to County residents. Although most communities have a recycling program, not all programs are the same. The types of materials accepted, preparation procedures and methods of collection vary by community.
This recycling guide was designed to provide useful information on local recycling programs. It lists area drop-off and curbside collection programs and a map to help you find the recycling center located closest to you, with hours of operation and a phone number for additional information.
For information on handling any special waste materials not listed in this guide, please contact the Washtenaw County Solid Waste Program at (734) 222-6874 or email Dan Moody, Solid Waste Coordinator. We'll be glad to answer your questions.
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Other Recycling Options
- Washtenaw County Regional Drop-off Station: Open to all county residents. Recycle Ann Arbor operates Washtenaw County's most comprehensive regional Drop-off Station (DOS). The DOS is a fully staffed facility open six days a week year-round.
- Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA)
- Calvert's: Offers construction and demolition debris collection and recycling, drop-off recycling, and more. Owned and operated by Recycle Ann Arbor.
Additional Resources
The Washtenaw County Solid Waste Program is committed to working with residents and business on implementing effective waste reduction and management strategies. A few of our special programs are listed below. Please contact us for additional information and to find out how you can make a difference in your community.
- Turning Trash into Treasure: A guide listing alternative uses for household waste items, like appliances, antifreeze, and furniture.
- Home Toxics Reduction Center: A permanent facility where residents may drop off household hazardous materials, free of charge, for proper handling, recycling, and disposal.
- Waste Knot Program: Provides community-wide recognition and organization-based technical assistance and education to businesses, schools, governmental agencies and non-profit organizations that demonstrate leadership in waste reduction and recycling to protect our environment and to improve their bottom line.
- Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Solid Waste
- State of Michigan's Recycling Page
Please call the Solid Waste Program at (734) 222-6874, or email Dan Moody for comments, suggestions, corrections, or information.
