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Recycling in Dubuque, IA

Dubuque Public Works collects trash, recycling and organics and picks up large items, appliances, electronics and tires for a fee on your collection day. The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency landfill at 101 Airborne Road takes appliances, tires and electronics and runs the Regional Collection Center for household hazardous materials.

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Hours / Fees (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • DMASWA site address: 101 Airborne Road, Dubuque, IA 52003; open Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; phone 563-557-8220. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Hours/Fees page lists passenger vehicle tires at $8 each (limit four) and mounted or non-passenger tires at $340 per ton. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Appliances (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • Appliances must be recycled in Iowa; DMASWA takes them at the landfill for $20 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances include refrigerators, microwaves, freezers, clothes washers and clothes dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • Unmounted passenger tires (limit 4) are $7.50 each; other tires or more than four are $330 per ton. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Electronic Scrap - Residential (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • Electronics are recycled at the Regional Collection Center by appointment only; electronics are banned from the landfill by Agency policy. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Computer monitors and televisions are accepted for a $20 fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Laptops, tablets, cell phones, computer towers and peripherals, DVD players and game consoles are accepted at no cost. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste & Household Electronics Appointments (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • Residents of any state may use the electronics appointment scheduler; non-residential customers may not. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Materials - Iowa Residents (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • Household hazardous materials are accepted at the Regional Collection Center by appointment only; Dubuque and Delaware County residents use the online scheduler. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scheduled appointments are limited to two 18-gallon totes or boxes; larger amounts require a call to 563-557-8220 ext. 1. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Oil-based paints, stains and varnishes are accepted; latex paint can be dried out and put in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Battery Recycling - Residential (opens in new tab) · Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency
    • The Regional Collection Center at 101 Airborne Road accepts all battery types except EV batteries, by appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR: Regional Collection Centers & Grants (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • DNR's RCC table lists the Dubuque Metropolitan Area SWA (101 Airborne Rd.) as the main RCC for Dubuque County and Delaware County. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Large Item Pick-Up (opens in new tab) · City of Dubuque
    • The City offers collection of additional materials, including electronics, for a fee; schedule online, in the REThink Waste app or at 563-589-4250. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Large items are usually collected on your regular collection day; an off-route pickup costs an extra $20. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Landfilled material such as furniture or other large items, up to the equivalent of 10-12 kitchen trash bags (about an average couch), costs $14. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances and TVs/monitors are $25 each, small corded items $6.50 per pickup, automobile tires $9 each and large metal items $6.50 per pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted large items include dryers, freezers, furniture, microwaves, refrigerators and washers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Fees are charged to the customer's utility billing account. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Dubuque
    • Curbside recycling is available at no charge for City of Dubuque customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Paper, cardboard and newspaper are accepted; each bin or bundle must weigh 40 pounds or less. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Each bin or bundle must weigh 40 pounds or less. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa Code 455D.10: Land disposal of lead acid batteries prohibited; collection for recycling (opens in new tab) · Iowa Legislature (Legislative Services Agency)
    • Land disposal of lead-acid batteries has been prohibited in Iowa since July 1, 1990. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Iowa retailers selling lead-acid batteries must accept used lead-acid batteries from customers buying new ones, at the point of sale. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR disposal guide: Batteries (Lead Acid) (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • DNR: it is illegal in Iowa to put lead-acid batteries in the garbage or trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DNR says lead-acid batteries may also be recycled at the local Regional Collection Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DNR: the law requires retailers to accept an old lead-acid battery at the point of sale when you buy a new one. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR fact sheet: Battery Recycling/Disposal (revised 8/2015) (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • DNR notes that some retailers will take a lead-acid battery even without a new battery purchase. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Iowa DNR: Household Hazardous Materials (opens in new tab) · Iowa Department of Natural Resources
    • DNR says rechargeable batteries should not go in the trash or the recycling bin. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The Battery Network (formerly Call2Recycle): Drop-off Locations (opens in new tab) · The Battery Network
    • Enter a ZIP code in The Battery Network locator to find drop-off sites. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Most sites take common household and rechargeable batteries; check each location's details before visiting. Checked October 26, 2026.

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