Hennepin County has two year-round drop-off facilities where residents can get rid of recyclables, electronics, appliances, household hazardous wastes and trash (Brooklyn Park only).

For more information on specific materials accepted, fees and facility information, visit the A to Z How-to-Get-Rid-of-It Guide or call 612-348-3777.

Locations

  • Brooklyn Park
    Hennepin County Recycling Center and Transfer Station
    8100 Jefferson Highway, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
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  • Bloomington
    South Hennepin Recycling and Problem Waste Drop-Off Center
    1400 West 96th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431
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Hours of operation:

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Holidays
More detailed schedule of changes in facilities hours for the holidays
The facilities are closed:
Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day


Facility use guidelines

What to bring with you:

  • Please bring proof of residency (MN drivers license or current utility bill). This needs to be presented to use the facility.
  • Payment: Cash, check, Visa, MasterCard and Discover Card are accepted for items with fees. Upon arrival, scalehouse staff will determine final fees, if applicable.  
  • A general overview of items that you have brought for disposal. This helps staff properly and efficiently assess your needs.

What to do when you arrive:

  1. Drive up to our building. Check in with facility staff.
  2. At the Bloomington facility – drive in and turn off your engine as directed. Staff will unload your vehicle for you.

    At the Brooklyn Park facility – you will be directed to drive to the appropriate building for the items you will be dropping off.
    • The recycling and problem waste building offers limited staff assistance; residents are responsible for unloading their own vehicles.
    • The household hazardous waste building has staff who will unload your vehicle for you.

Facility information