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Bartholomew County Tox-Away (Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center)

Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District in Columbus, Bartholomew County, Indiana.

Address: 720 S. Mapleton St., Columbus, IN 47201
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Who can use it: Bartholomew County residents only
Cost: Not listed by the source
Appointment: Not stated
Phone: 812-376-2614

Official page ↗Directions ↗

Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District at 812-376-2614 before you load the car.

What you can bring

–Paint
✓Batteries
✓Motor oil
–Antifreeze
✓Gasoline
–Fluorescent bulbs
✓Electronics
✓Propane
–Pesticides
–Pool chemicals

✓ accepted · ✕ not accepted · – not listed by the source. Exact wording from the official list is below.

Accepted (official list)Rechargeable batteries; automotive batteries; cell phones; fire extinguishers; ink cartridges; oil filters; propane cylinders (smaller than grill size); motor oil; cooking oil; hydraulic oil; gear oil; diesel; kerosene; transmission fluid; power steering fluid; brake fluid; helium tanks

What they won’t take

Not accepted (official list)Alkaline batteries; gasoline; grill-size propane tanks

Limits

The source does not list quantity limits.

Rules and residency

Who can use itBartholomew County residents only

Note from the sourceThe district says small amounts of materials it does not accept can be dried and put in the trash.

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Nearby alternatives

Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.

Jackson County Household Hazardous Waste Collection (Seymour Department of Public Works)
Permanent drop-off · 18 mi away · 765 F Avenue, Seymour, IN
Who can use it: Jackson County residents
Johnson County Recycling Center Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Permanent drop-off · 24 mi away · 2250 North Graham Road, Franklin, IN 46131
Who can use it: Johnson County residents only; no businesses
Shelby County Recycle Center Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Permanent drop-off · 25 mi away · 1316 N Michigan Rd, Shelbyville, IN 46176
Who can use it: Shelby County residents
Monroe County Waste Reduction District Hazardous Materials Facility (South Walnut)
Permanent drop-off · 34 mi away · 3400 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN 47401
SEIRD Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off (Jefferson County Recycling Center)
Permanent drop-off · 36 mi away · 6556 N. Shun Pike Road, Madison, IN 47250
Who can use it: Residents of the counties SEIRD serves (Jefferson County year-round; other district counties may also use this site)
ToxDrop at Perry Township Government Center
Permanent drop-off · 37 mi away · 4925 S. Shelby St., Indianapolis, IN
Who can use it: Marion County residents only; no commercial waste

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FAQ

Who can use Bartholomew County Tox-Away (Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center)?

Bartholomew County residents only

Is it free?

The official source does not list fees. Call 812-376-2614 to confirm.

Do I need an appointment?

The source does not say. Call 812-376-2614 to check.

Can I bring batteries?

Accepted: Rechargeable batteries. Accepted: automotive batteries. Not accepted: Alkaline batteries.

What will they turn away?

Alkaline batteries; gasoline; grill-size propane tanks

Last checked Wed, Oct 28, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:

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