Book Rooney Road Before Loading Paint, Chemicals or Electronics
Rooney Road Recycling Center at 151 S. Rooney Road, Golden, CO 80401 is a specialized household hazardous waste and electronics facility—not a general trash dump or everyday curbside recycling center.
Residential drop-off is by appointment only on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Check your exact item and current price before loading the vehicle because standard household hazardous waste, TVs, electronics, propane cylinders and fire extinguishers do not all use the same fee.
Fast answer for Rooney Road visitors
Rooney Road Recycling Center accepts many household chemicals, paints, automotive fluids, batteries, electronics, televisions, light bulbs, propane cylinders, fire extinguishers and other difficult household materials.
Residential drop-off is currently listed for Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., by appointment only. Online booking is intended for residential customers; businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and other non-residential very small quantity generators should call instead.
For most subsidized residential household hazardous waste, Rooney Road’s current pricing page lists a $30 co-pay for the first 75 pounds, with specific exceptions, free-item categories and different out-of-county pricing.
On this page
- Facility overview
- Hours and lunch closure
- Appointment process
- Who the center serves
- Current pricing
- Free items
- Accepted materials
- Electronics and TVs
- Paint and automotive fluids
- Propane and cylinders
- What Rooney Road is not for
- Business / VSQG rules
- Curbside pickup
- Safe loading checklist
- Map and directions
- Official sources
- FAQs
What Rooney Road Recycling Center Actually Handles
Rooney Road is a specialized household hazardous waste facility near I-70, C-470 and West Colfax. It is operated through the Rooney Road Recycling Center Authority, an intergovernmental group made up of nine local jurisdictions.
The center is designed for materials that need more controlled handling than ordinary trash or curbside recycling. That includes many chemicals from garages, kitchens, workshops, lawns and vehicles, plus electronics and other special items.
Household chemicals
Cleaners, pesticides, solvents, acids, paint products and many similar household hazardous materials.
Automotive waste
Motor oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, filters, batteries and other listed automotive materials.
Electronics
Computers, televisions, printers, cords, stereos, game systems and many devices with cords.
Rooney Road Recycling Center Hours
The published public drop-off schedule is limited to two days per week, and appointments control access.
Check the official appointment calendar and current operating notice
How Rooney Road Drop-Off Appointments Work
The safest approach is to check your item first, review pricing second and book only after you know Rooney Road is the correct destination.
Communities Served by the Rooney Road Recycling Center Authority
Rooney Road says its programs benefit residents from nine participating jurisdictions. These local governments help support the household hazardous waste program.
Arvada
City of Arvada.
Edgewater
City of Edgewater.
Golden
City of Golden.
Jefferson County
Unincorporated Jefferson County.
Lakeside
Town of Lakeside.
Lakewood
City of Lakewood.
Morrison
Town of Morrison.
Mountain View
Town of Mountain View.
Wheat Ridge
City of Wheat Ridge.
Current Rooney Road Recycling Center Pricing
The dedicated Rooney Road pricing page is the best current source for charges. Do not use older price snippets shown elsewhere on the site if they conflict with the current pricing page.
Then $2.03 per pound for most applicable items.
Then $2.28 per pound.
Separate from the standard HHW co-pay.
| Item or service | Published price | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County resident HHW | $30 up to 75 lb; then $2.03/lb | Proof of residency is required for resident pricing. |
| Out-of-county resident HHW | $127.60 up to 75 lb; then $2.28/lb | Verify before booking because the price difference is substantial. |
| E-waste | $1.91/lb | Rooney Road notes electronics may be cheaper elsewhere. |
| Televisions | $1.91/lb | $203.35 maximum per TV. |
| Fire extinguisher | $46.50 each | Keep it intact and verify unusual units before visiting. |
| 1 lb camping propane cylinder | $8.15 each | Do not puncture or modify it before transport. |
| Large grill propane cylinder | $40.70 each | Other compressed gas cylinders may be priced case by case. |
| Residential curbside pickup | $40 co-pay | For residents physically unable to drive to the center. |
Items Currently Listed as Free
Rooney Road’s pricing page identifies several specific free categories. “Free” does not mean walk-in; the appointment requirement still applies.
Paint products
Oil and latex house paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings such as shellac and varnish are listed free within the published limits.
Limit: Containers up to 5 gallons and up to 200 gallons per visit.
Automotive batteries
Automotive batteries are listed as free items. Keep batteries upright and secure during transport.
Motor oil
Motor oil is listed free when brought in containers up to 5 gallons.
Accepted Items at Rooney Road Recycling Center
Rooney Road’s accepted-items tool covers a broad range of household hazardous waste. Search the exact item before your appointment because an example in one category does not mean every related product is accepted under the same fee.
Paint, cleaners and household chemicals
- Oil and latex paint products
- Spray paint
- Wood stain and cleaners
- Bleach
- Ammonia
- Acetone
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Glass and multipurpose cleaners
- Mineral spirits
- Muriatic acid
Lawn, garden and pest products
- Weed killer
- Pest poison
- Fertilizer
- Moth balls
- Related household yard chemicals
Automotive materials
- Motor oil
- Motor oil filters
- Antifreeze
- Transmission fluid
- Other listed motor fluids
- Auto cleaner
- Automotive batteries
- Gasoline and camp fuel
Batteries, bulbs and special items
- Alkaline batteries
- Rechargeable batteries
- Lithium batteries where accepted
- Light bulbs
- Fire extinguishers
- Propane cylinders
- Gas cylinders
- Oxygen tanks
- Freon in accepted container form
Electronics, TVs, Computers and Hard Drives
Rooney Road lists computers, televisions, printers, fax machines, radios, stereos, video-game consoles, VCR/CD players, wires, cords and many other plug-in electronics.
E-waste fee
Electronic waste is currently listed at $1.91 per pound.
Television fee
TVs are currently listed at $1.91 per pound, with a published maximum of $203.35 per television.
Rooney Road says hard drives are securely stored and destroyed by a certified e-waste recycler. Even so, back up anything you need, sign out of accounts, remove removable media and erase personal information before handing over a device whenever possible.
Paint, Motor Oil, Antifreeze and Automotive Waste
Rooney Road is particularly useful for household paint and automotive fluids that should not be poured down a drain, dumped onto the ground or mixed into ordinary household waste.
Paint
House paint, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings are listed among accepted materials, with some paint products qualifying for the free-item program.
Motor oil
Motor oil is currently listed free in containers up to 5 gallons.
Other automotive fluids
Antifreeze, transmission fluid, motor fluids and filters appear in the accepted-material system, but verify item-specific pricing.
Propane Cylinders, Fire Extinguishers and Compressed Gas
Rooney Road accepts several pressurized-container categories, but these are not priced like standard household hazardous waste.
| Item | Current published price | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb camping propane cylinder | $8.15 each | Transport intact; do not puncture it. |
| Large grill propane cylinder | $40.70 each | Check unusual tank sizes before visiting. |
| Fire extinguisher | $46.50 each | Keep it secured during transport. |
| Oxygen / other compressed gas cylinder | Case by case | Call 303-316-6262 before bringing it. |
What Rooney Road Is Not the Right Place For
Difficult-to-dispose-of does not automatically mean household hazardous waste. Start with the correct waste stream.
Ordinary household trash
Rooney Road is not a general dump or transfer station for normal garbage.
Routine curbside recyclables
Cardboard, cans, bottles and normal mixed recyclables generally belong in your local curbside or public recycling program.
Unverified specialty material
If Rooney Road’s search tool does not recognize the item, use its additional recycling resources or call before transporting it.
Business, Government and VSQG Customers
Online residential scheduling is not the correct process for businesses, nonprofits, government agencies or other non-residential entities with very small quantities of hazardous waste.
Rooney Road directs these customers to call 303-316-6262 to schedule. Participating-jurisdiction subsidies do not apply to non-residential waste.
VSQG pricing
The current published rate is $3.45 per pound with a $174.40 minimum charge.
VSQG curbside fee
The current pricing page separately lists a $144.95 curbside pickup fee for non-residential VSQG service.
Curbside Pickup for Residents Who Cannot Drive
Rooney Road says residents who are physically unable to drive can call to request curbside pickup. The current published residential co-pay is $40.
Call 303-316-6262 rather than trying to arrange this through the normal online drop-off calendar.
Safe Drop-Off Checklist Before Visiting Rooney Road
- Search every unusual item. Use Rooney Road’s official accepted-material tool.
- Check the current price. Do not rely on older item-search snippets if they conflict with the dedicated pricing page.
- Book before driving. Residential service is appointment-only.
- Avoid an unverified noon arrival. Current official pages disagree on the exact lunch-closure duration.
- Keep chemicals separated. Never combine gasoline, oil, antifreeze, paint, cleaners or pesticides.
- Keep containers upright. Use original containers when practical and prevent tipping during transport.
- Protect electronics data. Back up files and erase personal information before recycling devices.
- Bring proof of residency. Resident co-pay eligibility depends on location.
- Bring a payment method. Rooney Road lists cash, checks and major credit cards.
- Call about cylinders or unknown chemicals. Some items require case-by-case handling or pricing.
- Call if you cannot drive. Curbside assistance has a separate process and co-pay.
Rooney Road Recycling Center Map and Directions
Rooney Road Recycling Center is at 151 S. Rooney Road, Golden, CO 80401, near the I-70, C-470 and West Colfax area. Use the map for navigation only; the appointment calendar determines whether you should actually drive there.
Address
151 S. Rooney Road
Golden, CO 80401
Phone
Official Sources for Rooney Road Recycling Information
Rooney Road’s own pages are the primary sources for appointments, prices and accepted materials. The City of Lakewood page provides additional municipal confirmation of the facility’s role.
Official facility overview, location, household hazardous waste program and appointment access.
Open official websiteResidential scheduling, business/VSQG instructions, hours, holiday closure and appointment availability.
Open appointment pageResident, out-of-county, electronics, TV, propane, fire extinguisher, free-item and VSQG charges.
Open pricing pageSearch chemicals, electronics, batteries, automotive products, cylinders and other household hazardous waste.
Search accepted itemsExplains the nine-jurisdiction intergovernmental authority and communities served.
Open authority informationMunicipal confirmation that Rooney Road handles household hazardous chemicals, wastes and electronics.
Open Lakewood listingFrequently Asked Questions About Rooney Road Recycling Center
Where is Rooney Road Recycling Center?
It is at 151 S. Rooney Road, Golden, Colorado 80401, near I-70, C-470 and West Colfax.
What are Rooney Road Recycling Center hours?
The published drop-off schedule is Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., by appointment only.
Can I visit without an appointment?
Do not plan on walk-in service. Rooney Road says residential household hazardous waste drop-off is by appointment only.
What time is the Rooney Road lunch closure?
The official pages currently conflict. The dedicated appointment page says 12–1 p.m., while contact/FAQ information shows noon–12:30 p.m. Use the booked appointment calendar and confirm if your visit is near noon.
Is Rooney Road open on major holidays?
The appointment page says the facility is closed on all major holidays. Check appointment availability during holiday weeks.
How much does Rooney Road cost for residents?
The current pricing page lists Jefferson County residents with proof of residency at a $30 co-pay for up to 75 pounds of most applicable household hazardous waste, then $2.03 per pound. Exceptions and free items apply.
What does Rooney Road charge out-of-county residents?
The current published price is $127.60 for up to 75 pounds, then $2.28 per pound for most applicable household hazardous waste. Verify current pricing before booking.
Does Rooney Road accept electronics?
Yes. The official accepted-items material includes computers, TVs, printers, fax machines, radios, stereos, game systems, cords and other electronics. E-waste is currently listed at $1.91 per pound.
How much does TV recycling cost?
TVs are currently listed at $1.91 per pound, with a published maximum charge of $203.35 per television.
Does Rooney Road accept paint?
Yes. Paint products are accepted, and qualifying oil and latex house paints, primers, stains, sealers and clear coatings are listed as free within current limits. Spray paint is not included in the free paint category.
Is motor oil free?
The pricing page lists motor oil as free when brought in containers up to 5 gallons.
Does Rooney Road accept propane cylinders?
Yes. Current published prices include $8.15 for a 1-pound camping cylinder and $40.70 for a large grill cylinder. Other compressed gas cylinders may be priced case by case.
Can businesses use Rooney Road?
Qualifying non-residential customers and VSQGs can use Rooney Road, but they must call 303-316-6262 rather than use the residential online scheduler. Separate VSQG pricing applies.
Does Rooney Road offer pickup if I cannot drive?
Rooney Road says residents who are physically unable to drive can call for curbside pickup. The current residential curbside co-pay is listed at $40.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Rooney Road website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent information guide. RooneyRoadRecycling.org is the official facility source for appointments, prices, accepted items and operational updates.
Best Way to Avoid a Rejected Rooney Road Trip
Search the exact item first, use the current pricing page second and book the residential appointment before loading the vehicle. Keep incompatible chemicals separate, bring proof of residency where needed and avoid relying on map hours alone.
For electronics, propane cylinders, fire extinguishers, unknown chemicals, business waste or anything with an unusual container, verify the specific rule before transport. That one check is more useful than assuming every difficult household item belongs at Rooney Road.