Rush County Tox-Away Center
Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by Rush County Solid Waste Management District in Rushville, Rush County, Indiana.
- Address
- 217 S. Smiley Ave., Rushville, IN 46173
- Hours
- First Saturday of each month, 8:00 am-noon
- Who can use it
- Rush County residents
- Cost
- Not listed by the source
- Appointment
- Not stated
- Phone
- 765-938-1342
Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Rush County Solid Waste Management District at 765-938-1342 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)Oil-based paint; stain; rechargeable batteries; vehicle batteries; alkaline batteries; flammable liquids; acids; poisons; household chemicals; sharps; fluorescent bulbs; butane lighters; ink cartridges; tires; electronics
What they won’t take
Not accepted (official list)Latex paint; medications
Limits
The source does not list quantity limits.
Rules and residency
Who can use itRush County residents
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
- Permanent drop-off · 18 mi away · 1316 N Michigan Rd, Shelbyville, IN 46176Who can use it: Shelby County residents
- Permanent drop-off · 23 mi away · 1121 Broad Street, New Castle, IN 47362
- Permanent drop-off · 33 mi away · 2250 North Graham Road, Franklin, IN 46131Who can use it: Johnson County residents only; no businesses
- Permanent drop-off · 35 mi away · 2031 Mounds Road, Anderson, IN 46016
- Permanent drop-off · 37 mi away · 5242 New Paris Pike, Richmond, IN 47374Who can use it: Richmond Sanitary District customers only
- Permanent drop-off · 37 mi away · 4925 S. Shelby St., Indianapolis, INWho can use it: Marion County residents only; no commercial waste
FAQ
Who can use Rush County Tox-Away Center?
Rush County residents
Is it free?
The official source does not list fees. Call 765-938-1342 to confirm.
Do I need an appointment?
The source does not say. Call 765-938-1342 to check.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: Oil-based paint. Not accepted: Latex paint.
Can I bring batteries?
Accepted: rechargeable batteries. Accepted: vehicle batteries. Accepted: alkaline batteries.
What will they turn away?
Latex paint; medications
Last checked Wed, Oct 28, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:
Coordinates: US Census Geocoder (Exact). See something out of date? Report a correction.