What We Accept
Recyclables
See what paper, plastics, glass, metal and cardboard are accepted.
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Household Hazardous Waste
Help protect our environment by disposing toxic items properly.
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E-Waste
Drop off your electronics here since placing them in the trash is unlawful.
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Plastic Bags
Keep them out of landfills and waterways by giving them a path toward responsible recycling.
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Compost
Turn everyday food scraps and organic materials into nutrient-rich soil instead of landfill waste.
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Disposal of Other Items
Large Trash
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
Medications
If not properly disposed of, medications can negatively impact our environment and waterways. Most pharmacies provide expired or unneeded medicine disposal programs. Please contact your pharmacist for more details. You can also drop off the medicines at the following locations:
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.
Caldwell Environmental
317.834.8200
caldwellenviro.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
Recycling Resources
Learn ways to help sustain Johnson County, Indiana by reading our blogs, watching our videos and linking to important websites about recycling and reusing.
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