Abilene Recycling Center: Hours, Address & Sunday Schedule
Use this Abilene Recycling Center guide before you load your car. It explains today’s hours, the official Environmental Recycling Center address, Sunday closure, accepted recyclables, tire fees, household hazardous waste rules, neighborhood recycling centers, Brush Center, Citizens Convenience Station, map directions and official City of Abilene links in simple local language.
Open Tuesday through Saturday, excluding city-approved holidays. Sunday and Monday are listed as closed.
Abilene, TX 79602 Phone (325) 672-2209 Solid Waste Help (325) 676-6053 Official City of Abilene → TX
Fast Answer for Abilene Residents
The main official Abilene recycling center is the Environmental Recycling Center at 2209 Oak Street, Abilene, TX 79602. The listed public hours are Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Sunday and Monday closed.
This service is for residents only. The City says no commercial drop-offs are accepted at the Environmental Recycling Center. If you have business waste, commercial tires, construction debris or industrial hazardous waste, do not use the resident recycling route.
On This Page
- Abilene recycling center overview
- Today’s hours
- Sunday schedule
- Fees and paid items
- Accepted recycling items
- Household hazardous waste
- Recycling Re-Store and Teacher Locker
- Which Abilene location should you use?
- Neighborhood recycling centers
- Brush Center and Convenience Station
- Before-you-drive checklist
- Official links
- Map and directions
- FAQ
Abilene Recycling Center Overview
When residents search for Abilene recycling center, the official city facility they usually need is the Environmental Recycling Center. It is Abilene’s recycling hub and also accepts some waste products for reuse before they are disposed of as hazardous waste.
The center is not a public dump. It is a resident recycling and household hazardous waste service point. The City specifically says the service is available for residents only and that commercial drop-offs are not accepted.
Abilene Recycling Center Today’s Hours
The Environmental Recycling Center’s listed hours are Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Sunday and Monday closed. Hours exclude city-approved holidays, so check the official facility page before a holiday trip.
| Day | Environmental Recycling Center Hours | What It Means for Residents |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | Do not plan a recycling-center visit unless the City posts a special update. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM | Good day for recycling, HHW drop-off questions and Re-Store use. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM | Regular weekday operating day. |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM | Regular weekday operating day. |
| Friday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM | Last full weekday before the shorter Saturday schedule. |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM-12:00 PM | Short morning window only. Arrive early and sorted. |
| Sunday | Closed | The main recycling center is not open Sunday. |
Abilene Recycling Center Sunday Schedule
The Abilene Environmental Recycling Center is listed as closed on Sunday. This is important because many recycling-center searches show “open today” or “near me” results without separating the Environmental Recycling Center from neighborhood drop-off containers, brush disposal, bulky waste or private businesses.
Abilene Recycling Center Fees and Paid Items
Most everyday resident recycling items do not show a simple public drop-off fee on the Environmental Recycling Center page. The fee-sensitive items are tires, appliances, brush-center services, commercial services and landfill-style disposal. The City fee schedule lists separate recycling-related charges, so verify current fees before loading paid items.
| Item / Service | Official Fee Direction | Practical Note |
|---|---|---|
| Basic resident recycling | No simple public drop-off fee is posted on the ERC accepted-items section. | Use for accepted resident materials only. |
| Tires | Fees apply; no rims accepted. Fee schedule lists rim-size pricing and truck/farm tire pricing. | Verify before bringing tires, especially larger tires. |
| Appliances / Freon units | Fee schedule lists Freon-unit and commercial appliance charges. | Call if the appliance contains refrigerant gas. |
| Commercial drop-off | Commercial drop-offs are not accepted at ERC resident service. | Use commercial disposal routes. |
| Brush Center mulch / commercial brush | Brush Center fees can apply for loaded mulch, premium mulch, delivery and commercial loads. | Check the Brush Center page and fee schedule. |
Accepted Items at Abilene Environmental Recycling Center
The City lists several accepted materials at the Environmental Recycling Center, including aluminum cans, bi-metal cans, cardboard, scrap metal, appliances, tires with fees, concrete, glass, paper and plastics. Keep materials clean, sorted and ready to unload safely.
| Material | Accepted at ERC? | Important Preparation Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum cans | Yes | Empty and rinse when possible. |
| Bi-metal cans | Yes | Remove food residue. |
| Cardboard | Yes | Flatten boxes before drop-off. |
| Scrap metal | Yes | Keep sharp pieces safe and separate. |
| Appliances | Yes, including those containing refrigerant gases | Check fee and handling rules before arrival. |
| Tires | Yes, fees apply | Rims are not accepted; larger tires may be restricted. |
| Concrete | Yes | Separate from household trash and recycling. |
| Glass | Yes | Keep glass separate and safe. |
| Paper | Yes | Keep dry and clean. |
| Plastics | Yes | Empty and rinse containers when possible. |
Household Hazardous Waste at Abilene Recycling Center
The Environmental Recycling Center also handles many household hazardous waste items from residents. The goal is to use or reuse a product before it is disposed of as hazardous waste. This is not for business or industrial waste.
| HHW Accepted Examples | Not Accepted Examples | Resident Safety Note |
|---|---|---|
| Acids and drain cleaners, aerosol cans, antifreeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid, rechargeable batteries, DIY oil and filters, fertilizers, pesticides, hobby supplies, paints, poisons, pool chemicals, solvents and degreasers. | Ammunition, unlabeled containers, biologically active substances, containers larger than one gallon unless arranged, pressurized gas cylinders, radioactive materials and waste generated by business or industry. | Keep items in original labeled containers when possible. Do not mix chemicals. Call before bringing anything unstable, unlabeled or unusual. |
Recycling Re-Store and Teacher Recycle Locker
Abilene’s Environmental Recycling Center offers more than standard drop-off. Household chemicals received in sound containers with original labels may be placed into the Recycling Re-Store program for free reissue. This can include usable paints, oils and other chemicals.
The Teacher Recycle Locker is also located at the Environmental Recycling Center. Residents can drop off reusable craft-type items such as cardboard rolls, clean baby food jars with lids, large coffee cans and other classroom-friendly supplies. Teachers, students and families may gather supplies when the center is open.
Which Abilene Recycling or Disposal Location Should You Use?
Abilene has more than one waste and recycling location. The right destination depends on the item. Going to the wrong place wastes time and can create illegal dumping problems.
| Need | Best Location | Use It For | Do Not Use It For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident recycling / HHW | Environmental Recycling Center, 2209 Oak Street | Cans, cardboard, glass, paper, plastics, scrap metal, appliances, tires with fees, HHW items. | Commercial drop-offs, unlabeled chemicals, ammunition, business waste. |
| Basic cardboard / aluminum | Neighborhood Recycling Centers | Basic recyclables at drop-off containers across the city. | Trash, bulky items, full-container overflow, illegal dumping. |
| Brush and yard waste | Abilene Brush Center, 2149 Sandy Street | Leaves and tree limbs from residential customers. | Larger tree trunks, root systems or commercial loads without fee/approval. |
| Bulky residential waste | Citizens Convenience Station, 2149 Sandy Street | Single-family residential waste that fits the station’s rules. | Commercial waste, hazardous materials, Sunday drop-off. |
Neighborhood Recycling Centers in Abilene
Neighborhood Recycling Centers are drop-off locations across Abilene that accept basic recyclables such as cardboard and aluminum. They are convenient for simple recycling, but they are not a place to leave trash, bulky waste or items beside full containers.
The City notes that the Abilene Zoo Neighborhood Recycling Center is closed. If you are in that area, the City points residents toward the Abilene Brush Center/Citizens Convenience Center at 2149 Sandy Street or the North Walmart Neighborhood Recycling Center.
Brush Center and Citizens Convenience Station
Brush and bulky waste are not the same as recycling. The Abilene Brush Center at 2149 Sandy Street accepts leaves and tree limbs from residential customers. A driver’s license and current City of Abilene water bill are required for free disposal, and fees apply for commercial accounts.
The Citizens Convenience Station is also at 2149 Sandy Street. Its listed hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and Sunday closed. The City says this site is designated for single-family residential waste only and commercial waste is prohibited.
Before-You-Drive Checklist
- Check the day first. The Environmental Recycling Center is open Tuesday through Saturday only. Sunday and Monday are closed.
- Confirm the right location. Use 2209 Oak Street for the Environmental Recycling Center, 2149 Sandy Street for Brush Center or Citizens Convenience Station.
- Separate basic recyclables. Keep cardboard, cans, paper, plastics, glass and scrap metal separated enough to unload safely.
- Flatten cardboard. Flatten boxes before bringing them to the center or neighborhood containers.
- Handle HHW safely. Keep paints, solvents, chemicals, oil and batteries in labeled containers. Do not mix chemicals.
- Call before bringing paid or unusual items. Tires, appliances, refrigerant units, larger containers and special HHW items should be verified first.
- Do not bring commercial waste. The Environmental Recycling Center service is for residents only, and commercial drop-offs are not accepted.
Official Abilene Recycling Links
Abilene Recycling Center Map and Directions
The map below points to the official Environmental Recycling Center at 2209 Oak Street, Abilene, TX 79602. Use this map for directions, but use the official City page for final hours, holiday closures, fees and accepted-item rules.
Independent guide note: Recycling-Centre.org is not the official City of Abilene website. Hours, fees, accepted items, city-approved holidays and disposal rules can change. Always verify with official Abilene pages before driving with tires, appliances, chemicals, hazardous waste, large loads or unusual materials.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abilene Recycling Center
Where is the Abilene Recycling Center?
The official Environmental Recycling Center is at 2209 Oak Street, Abilene, TX 79602.
What are Abilene Recycling Center hours today?
The listed hours are Tuesday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Sunday and Monday closed. Hours exclude city-approved holidays.
Is Abilene Recycling Center open Sunday?
No. The Environmental Recycling Center is listed as closed on Sunday.
What phone number should I call?
Call the Environmental Recycling Center at 325-672-2209. For Solid Waste service questions, the City also lists 325-676-6053.
Can businesses use the Environmental Recycling Center?
No. The City says the Environmental Recycling Center service is available for residents only and no commercial drop-offs are accepted.
What items are accepted at Abilene Recycling Center?
Accepted examples include aluminum cans, bi-metal cans, cardboard, scrap metal, appliances, tires with fees, concrete, glass, paper and plastics.
Can I bring tires to Abilene Recycling Center?
Yes, tires are listed with fees. Rims are not accepted and larger tires may be restricted. Check the City fee schedule or call before loading tires.
Where do I take brush and yard waste in Abilene?
Use the Abilene Brush Center at 2149 Sandy Street. A driver’s license and current City of Abilene water bill are required for free residential disposal.
Where do I take bulky residential items?
Use the Citizens Convenience Station at 2149 Sandy Street for qualifying single-family residential waste. It is closed Sunday and commercial waste is prohibited.
Does Abilene have neighborhood recycling centers?
Yes. Neighborhood Recycling Centers are drop-off locations across the city for basic recyclables such as cardboard and aluminum. If a container is full, use another center or the Environmental Recycling Center.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Abilene recycling website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent guide. Always verify current hours, city-approved holidays, fees and accepted items with the official City of Abilene website.
Final Local Summary
For most resident recycling and household hazardous waste questions in Abilene, start with the Environmental Recycling Center at 2209 Oak Street. It is listed open Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and closed Sunday and Monday.
Use 2209 Oak Street for accepted resident recycling, HHW items and reuse programs. Use Neighborhood Recycling Centers for simple cardboard and aluminum drop-offs. Use the Brush Center or Citizens Convenience Station at 2149 Sandy Street for brush, yard waste or qualifying bulky residential disposal. If an item has a fee, is hazardous, is commercial, is unlabeled or is unusual, call before driving.