Accepted for Recycling

AEROSOL CANS
Accepted for scrap metal at the Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center. Must be completely empty and depressurized.

AGRICULTURAL PLASTIC
Check the number in the recycling triangle, usually on the bottom of the container. #1 and #2 plastics are accepted at all BCSWMD facilities. Must be empty, clean, and dry. Separate by number. Plastics marked with #3-#7 are not accepted at BCSWMD facilities.

AIR CONDITIONERS See APPLIANCES

ALKALINE BATTERIES See BATTERIES

ALUMINUM CANS
Empty, clean, dry, loose cans are accepted for recycling at all BCSWMD facilities. Metal cups accepted in addition to aluminum cans. Do not put plastic bags in recycling bins at any BCSWMD locations.

ALUMINUM SIDING
Accepted in the scrap metal bin at the Bartholomew County Landfill during regular business hours.

AMMUNITION
Contact local law enforcement agencies for information on proper disposal.

ANSWERING MACHINES See ELECTRONICS

APPLIANCES
Refrigerators, air conditioners, freezers, dehumidifiers can be recycled at the Bartholomew County Landfill. $20 per item fee applies. Non-working items without refrigerant can be disposed of in the scrap metal bins at the Bartholomew County Landfill during regular hours. Dishwashers, washers, dryers, ranges/ovens in working condition can be donated at the Bartholomew County Landfill Reuse Center Monday-Friday 7:30-4:30, Saturday 7:30-4:00.

Other options for donating:
Appliance Mart...812.767.4795
Best Buy...1343 N. National Rd., Columbus...812.314.6960
Habitat Restore...►www.habitat.org

ART & CRAFT SUPPLIES
Donate to the Little Red School House for reuse by Bartholomew County educators.

ASBESTOS
Requires special handling by certified contractors. Contact BCSWMD director at 812.376.2614. ►Guide

ASHES (wood/charcoal/coal)
Dispose of in garbage or at Bartholomew County Landfill when completely cold. Hot ashes can ignite a trash fire.

ASPHALT
Asphalt is considered a bulky waste item for the landfill.

ASPHALT SEALER
If the asphalt sealer is latex-based (you can clean up with water), it must be dried out and then disposed with your trash.

ASPHALT SHINGLES
May require special handling by a certified contractor. Check with your trash collector.

AUTOMOTIVE FLUIDS
Antifreeze: Watch for a Community Event that accepts Antifreeze for recycling.
Brake Fluid: Accepted via the Tox-Away Program at the Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center Monday - Friday 7:30-4:30.
Motor Oil and Oil Filters: Accepted via the Tox-Away Program at the Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center Monday - Friday 7:30-4:30. No gasoline filters. Hydraulic fluid filters are ok.
Transmission fluid: Accepted via the Tox-Away Program at the Columbus/Bartholomew Recycling Center Monday - Friday 7:30-4:30.
Call your local Automotive Store or Body Shop for additional locations.