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Howard County Recycling District Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off

Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by Howard County Recycling District in Kokomo, Howard County, Indiana.

Address: 4102 Cartwright Drive, Kokomo, IN 46902
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm; Wednesday 1:00-4:00 pm; closed weekends and holidays
Who can use it: Howard County residents only; bring proof of residency
Cost: Free for Howard County residents; small businesses, landlords, non-profits, government agencies and churches pay a fee for small quantities (call for prices)
Appointment: Not stated
Phone: 765-456-2274

Official page ↗Directions ↗

Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Howard County Recycling District at 765-456-2274 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)Automotive fluids; household cleaners; fertilizers; pesticides; paint; stains; electronics; batteries; lead-containing items; mercury-containing items; over-the-counter medications; medical sharps

What they won’t take

The source does not list excluded items.

Limits

The source does not list quantity limits.

Rules and residency

Who can use itHoward County residents only; bring proof of residency

Note from the sourceCheck in at the front office desk; staff will direct you to the drop-off area.

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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.

Tipton County Solid Waste Management District Household Hazardous Waste Collection
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Who can use it: Residential only
Miami County Recycling District Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
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Who can use it: Miami County residents and business owners with a solid waste fee account in good standing; ID address checked
Wild Cat Solid Waste District Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Permanent drop-off · 23 mi away · 903 Burlington Ave., Frankfort, IN 46041
Grant County Recycling Center (household hazardous items)
Permanent drop-off · 27 mi away · 3939 South Garthwaite Road, Gas City, IN 46933
Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Center
Permanent drop-off · 28 mi away · 1717 Pleasant Street, Noblesville, IN 46060
Who can use it: Hamilton County residents only; proof of residency required; no businesses, contractors or non-profits
Wabash County Solid Waste Management District Drop-off (household chemicals)
Permanent drop-off · 31 mi away · 1101 Manchester Ave., Wabash, IN 46992

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FAQ

Who can use Howard County Recycling District Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off?

Howard County residents only; bring proof of residency

Is it free?

Free for Howard County residents; small businesses, landlords, non-profits, government agencies and churches pay a fee for small quantities (call for prices)

Do I need an appointment?

The source does not say. Call 765-456-2274 to check.

Can I bring old paint?

Accepted: paint.

Can I bring batteries?

Accepted: batteries.

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

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