Recyclables
The Johnson County Recycling District accepts the following items at our Recycling Centers.
Paper Products
Franklin and Edinburgh
Paper, magazines, newspapers, catalogs, mail, phone books, paperboard and cartons.
Note: Shredded paper should only be brought during the Saturday events we host with Shares.
Corrugated Cardboard
Franklin
Quantity Limited at Edinburgh
Must be clean and dry. Please break down boxes.
Plastic
Franklin and Edinburgh
Bottles, tubs and jugs.
Metal
Franklin and Edinburgh
Steel cans, aluminum cans, food cans and foil without residue.
Glass
Franklin Only
Bottles and jars only.
Note: Any metal lids should be placed with your metal.Household Hazardous Waste
Franklin Recycling Center Only
- Johnson County residents can drop off Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) without an appointment.
- This service is only for residents and not businesses or SQGs.
- The amount of HHW is limited to a trunk load at the resident's address per month. Other restrictions may apply.
- Hazardous material must be properly stored and in labeled containers. Any material in milk jugs, etc. cannot be accepted.
- We have the right to refuse any material not properly stored/labeled or quantities we deem to be excessive.
What Is Accepted
Oil-Based Paint/Stains
Batteries
Lightbulbs
Aerosol Cans (if empty, please recycle)
Automotive Fluids
Pool Chemicals
Cleaning Products
Herbicides
Pesticides
What Is Not Accepted
Latex Paint/Water-Based Stains
Batteries
Sharps
Bulbs, Tubes and Ballast
Propane Tanks
Fire Extinguishers
Smoke Detectors
E-Waste
Franklin Recycling Center Only
Since January 1, 2011, Indiana state law prohibits the disposal of electronics in trash bound for the landfill. Protect yourself and the environment by recycling your electronics with us.
Electronic Items Accepted (Franklin Location Only)
Computers/Laptops
All Computer Accessories (No Monitors)
Loose Circuit Boards
Hard Drives
Battery Back Ups
Cell Phones
All Media Players
Fax Machines
Copiers/Printers/Scanners
Digital Photo Frames
Camcorders and Cameras
Cable/Satellite Boxes - (NO Dish)
Microwaves
AV Equipment
Radios
Wiring/Cables
Christmas Tree Lights
Electronic Items Not Accepted
Appliances
Dehumidifiers
Televisions and Monitors (see below for options)
Any Item Containing Freon
Television and Monitor Disposal
These companies offer Television and Computer Monitor disposal for a fee. Refer to their website or call them for more information.
NuGenesis, Mooresville
317.834.8200
enugenesis.com
Shares, Shelbyville
317.398.8497
sharesshredding.org
Technology Recyclers, Indianapolis
800.237.3887
tech-recyclers.com
RecycleForce, Indianapolis
317.532.1367
recycleforce.org
Green Wave Computer Recycling
317.899.0000
gwcri.com
Batteries
We accept the following types of batteries at the Recycling Center:
- Rechargeable Household Batteries
- Button Batteries
- Power Tool Batteries
- Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
- Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
- Nickel Zinc (Ni-Zn)
- Lead Acid (pb)
We do not accept alkaline batteries (Household AA, AAA, C, D, or 9-volt). Alkaline batteries are safe to be deposited into your regular trash.
Medications
Medications can wreak havoc on our environment and waterways if improperly disposed of. You can drop off the medicines at the following locations:
Large Trash Disposal
The Johnson County Recycling District DOES NOT ACCEPT TRASH ITEMS, nor is it responsible for county trash pick-up or disposal. If there are issues with your curbside trash pickup, you must contact your town/city office or the trash hauler with whom you subscribe for service. If you do not have curbside services, the following two locations are available for trash and large item disposal within Johnson County for a fee.
Franklin Transfer Station
730 Industrial Drive, Franklin
Industrial Drive is located on the east side of U.S. 31, immediately south of the Franklin Police Station.
Hours of operation
Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday from 7 a.m. to Noon
Pricing
Verify pricing and hours by calling 317.736.4542
Edinburgh Compactor Station
701 West River Road, Edinburgh
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Call for hours and pricing
812.526.3530
Recycling Resources
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