What You Can Recycle

Recyclables Accepted at the Citizen Convenience Sites

ShenCo-Recycles LogoThe following materials are accepted for recycling at any of the 15 specially marked collection containers located throughout the County:

  1. Cardboard and Paper: Newspaper, office paper, magazines, cardboard including cereal boxes.
  2. Aluminum: Cans, plates, foil, and smaller items.
  3. Tin/Steel Cans: All food cans and containers with tin coating.
  4. Glass: All colors of glass.
  5. Plastic: Only plastic numbers 1 and 2 in a bottle or jug form. No lids and/or bags please.

Sample of Recycled Materials

Please note: Please make sure recyclables are cleaned of food and other contaminants. Discounted recycling bins are available at the Landfill office.


Recyclables Accepted at the County Landfill Only

The following items are accepted for disposal and recycling only in designated areas at the Landfill property:

  • Brush, wood products, lumber, or yard waste such as leaves or grass clippings.
  • Waste automotive products such as used petroleum/oil and antifreeze.
  • Vehicle batteries and other rechargeable batteries
  • Larger aluminum products.
  • Scrap metals of all kinds.
  • Appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, ranges, washers, and dryers.
  • Waste tires. Please note: There is a fee based on size charged for all tires regardless of the source.
  • Computers, TVs, and other electronics.

To learn more about the benefits of recycling, please review the Solid Waste Infographic - EPA (PDF).

For a copy of our Recycling Guide (DOCX).