Scrap Metal Recycling in Lincoln, NE

Metals must be sorted into the designated recycling area at the North 48th Street Waste Transfer Station, which serves Lancaster County customers.

Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Lincoln

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · LincolnNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
How it works
Book online, set out your scrap metal and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.
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North 48th Street Waste Transfer StationDrop-off · 5101 North 48th Street, LincolnLancaster County residentsCost not listed
Where
5101 North 48th Street
Lincoln, NE 68504
Hours
Mon-Fri 6:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.; Sat 6:45 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun 6:45 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost & rules
Scrap metal
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Metals must be sorted into the designated recycling area.
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Where this information comes from (4)

Checked October 26, 2026

Nebraska Revised Statute 13-2039: Land disposal of certain solid wastes; prohibited (opens in new tab) · Nebraska Legislature
- Land disposal of discarded household appliances is prohibited in Nebraska. Checked October 26, 2026.
North 48th Street Solid Waste Management Facility (opens in new tab) · City of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities
- The transfer station serves cars, passenger/cargo vehicles and small trailers from Lancaster County customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Appliances, metals, tires, waste oil and lead-acid batteries must be sorted into designated areas for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
Solid Waste Management Rates, Fees and Other Charges (opens in new tab) · City of Lincoln Transportation and Utilities · effective January 1, 2026
- Small vehicle transfer station rates (2026): car $5.25, passenger vehicle $9.75, cargo vehicle $18.00. Checked October 26, 2026.

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