Dumps NearbyRecycling centerVerified October 2026
Center for Hard to Recycle Materials
Center for Hard to Recycle Materials is a recycling and drop-off center in Clarke County, GA, listed under Athens. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Materials on record: household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Clarke County has 13 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 1005 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601 Directions |
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| County | Clarke County, GA |
| Website | accgov.com |
| Hours | Tue: 7 am to 1 pm Wed: 12 pm to 6 pm Fri: 7 am to 1 pm Sat: 7 am to 1 pm Closed Mon, Thu and Sun. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing. Holiday hours vary; closed for annual maintenance in the 4th week of September and may close in extreme weather. |
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| Who can use it | Open to non-residents |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, household hazardous waste, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | gasoline and other fuels |
| Payment | check, card |
| Operator | Athens-Clarke County |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: accgov.com. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Clarke County
- The Athens-Clarke County Landfill accepts household trash from Athens-Clarke and Oglethorpe County only, does not take construction and demolition debris, and requires all garbage to be covered by a tarp and secured. No appointment is needed for trash. Source
Before you go
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other recycling and drop-off centers nearby
- Athens-Clarke County Materials Recycling Facility Recycling center
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Clarke County - Athens Transfer Station Transfer station
- Let US Compost Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm … Household trash, per ton: $70 per tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Clarke County
All 13 drop-off sites in Clarke County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Scrap metal · Georgia
Frequently asked questions
Where is Center for Hard to Recycle Materials?
1005 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
What can I drop off at Center for Hard to Recycle Materials?
Center for Hard to Recycle Materials is listed for household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: gasoline and other fuels.
Can non-residents use Center for Hard to Recycle Materials?
Yes, according to the operator it is not limited to residents.
How much does it cost to dump at Center for Hard to Recycle Materials?
Facility fee per trip (Athens-Clarke residents): $3; Facility fee per trip (outside the county): $8; Automotive fluids (no fuels), household chemicals, fertilizers: $5 per gallon; Paint: $2 per gallon container. Source checked October 2026.
When is Center for Hard to Recycle Materials open?
Tue: 7 am to 1 pm; Wed: 12 pm to 6 pm; Fri: 7 am to 1 pm; Sat: 7 am to 1 pm. Closed Mon, Thu and Sun. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing. Holiday hours vary; closed for annual maintenance in the 4th week of September and may close in extreme weather..
What other recycling and drop-off centers are near Center for Hard to Recycle Materials?
Athens-Clarke County Materials Recycling Facility in Athens (2.5 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Athens?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Athens Clarke County Landfill, about 7.2 miles away.
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