Need disposal information?

To find disposal, recycling and reuse options for a variety of household items, visit the

A-Z How To Get Rid of It Guide

or call 612-348-3777

Hennepin County has two year-round drop-off facilities where residents can get rid of recycling, electronics, appliances, household hazardous wastes and trash (trash accepted at Brooklyn Park only through December 31, 2011). Find out more about the materials accepted at the drop-off facilities.

See the Hennepin County Drop-off Facilities brochure for information on hours, location maps, items accepted and not accepted and any applicable fees.

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. (No organics on Saturday)
Sunday Closed
Holidays
More details on holiday hours		 The facilities are closed:
Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Important change in service: 

Beginning January 3, 2012, residential trash will no longer be accepted at the Brooklyn Park drop-off facility

For more information about the change, please see this news release. For trash disposal options, please see this information card, visit the A-Z How To Get Rid of It Guide or call 612-348-3777.

 

How to use our facilities:


What to bring:

  • Proof of residency, such as a driver's license, is required.
  • Payment (if applicable):Cash, check or credit card accepted.

What to do:

  • Drive up and check in. Drive up to booth outside of building. An attendant will greet you and check you in. Please have a list of the items you have for disposal. Pay for any items that have fees at this time.
  • Facility staff will direct you based on the materials you have to drop off.
  • Drive slowly and be aware of pedestrians.
  • Please note:
    • Brooklyn Park facility includes full and self-serve areas.
    • Bloomington facility is full-service.

Additional information