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Recycling in Hancock County, OH

What Hancock County itself runs: 6 landfills, sites and programs covering 10 items. If your town doesn’t have its own page, these are usually the places to start.

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

What Hancock County takes, item by item

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County sites and programs

Hancock County Sanitary Landfill

County landfill at 3763 CR 140, Findlay, OH 45840 (Census: Allen Township, outside Findlay city limits). Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM-11:30 AM. Minimum charge $20 (up to 1,000 lbs); extra $15 per mattress, box spring or sleeper sofa.

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Hancock County annual tire recycling collection

Free one-day tire collection for Hancock County residents, sponsored by Cooper Tire, held behind the Educational Service Center, 7746 County Road 140, Findlay (Census: Liberty Township). Up to four passenger or light truck tires, 17-inch rim or smaller, off the rim. Next event 2027, date to be determined.

Hancock County residents

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Hancock County annual household hazardous waste, paint and electronics collection

Annual one-day collection for Hancock County residents at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky Street, Findlay (Census: City of Findlay). Takes paint, household chemicals and electronics including TVs and computers. 2027 event planned for June, date to be determined.

Hancock County residents

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Hancock County 24/7 recycling drop-off units

Single-stream recycling units placed permanently at 17+ locations around Hancock County (serviced by Rumpke for the Solid Waste Management District), open 24/7, including the City of Findlay Green Waste Site, 330 N. Cory Street, the University of Findlay lot behind 1310 N. Main Street and the county building, 401 Olive Street. Corrugated cardboard accepted; no electronics or appliances.

Hancock County residents

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Habitat for Humanity ReStore (Findlay/Hancock County)

Donation center and store at 1200 Commerce Parkway, Findlay, OH 45840 (Census: Liberty Township, outside Findlay city limits); phone 419-429-1400. Accepts furniture, appliances and latex paint (recycling fees apply); free pick-up can be scheduled. No mattresses or box springs.

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Cities and towns in Hancock County with their own guides

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Landfill (opens in new tab) · Hancock County Solid Waste Management District
    • Hancock County Solid Waste District - Landfill, 3763 CR 140, Findlay, OH 45840; phone 419-299-3638. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The landfill accepts televisions of all types and sizes, including projection and tube TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Household furniture can be disposed of at the landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • From July 1, 2026, an additional $15 per mattress, $15 per box spring and $15 per sleeper sofa, on top of the weight charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Minimum charge $20 covers up to 1,000 pounds; after that $1.50 per 100 pounds. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The landfill cannot accept agricultural tires, brush, yard waste, infectious or hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Community Recycling (opens in new tab) · Hancock County Solid Waste Management District
    • Outside the tire event, tires can be taken to the Hancock County Sanitary Landfill on County Road 140 for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Hancock County residents may bring old passenger and light truck tires to a free collection event sponsored by Cooper Tire; not for businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents 16 or older may recycle up to four passenger or light-duty truck tires, 17 inches or less in rim diameter and off the rim. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The tire event is for Hancock County residents only, not businesses or organizations; proof of residence required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The next tire event will be held in 2027 (date to be determined) behind the Educational Service Center, 7746 County Road 140, Findlay. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The HHW program is open to Hancock County residents only, not businesses or organizations; proof of residence required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • 2027 event to be determined (June 2027) at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky Street, Findlay. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted HHW items include latex paint (limit 10 cans per vehicle) and oil-based paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Electronics taken at the collection include cell phones, computer CPUs, keyboards, hard drives, printers, DVD/VCR players and LED, CRT, LCD and flat screen TVs; no appliances or furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • LED, CRT, LCD and flat screen TVs are included in the electronics collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling units are placed permanently at locations throughout Hancock County and available 24/7. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The SWMD/Rumpke units take aluminum cans, corrugated cardboard/paperboard, glass bottles and jars, paper and plastic bottles and containers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The county district contracted a hauler to provide drop-off recycling for residents throughout Hancock County. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Unit locations include the City of Findlay Green Waste Site, 330 N. Cory Street (since 3/09/25). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Habitat for Humanity ReStore (Findlay) (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County
    • Accepted donations (good, working condition): furniture, appliances, light fixtures, home improvement supplies, latex paint (recycling fees apply). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not accepted include damaged furniture, particle board furniture, entertainment centers, mattresses/box springs and non-latex paints. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mattresses and box springs are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Drop off during open hours or schedule a free pick-up. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Green Waste Site (opens in new tab) · City of Findlay
    • The Green Waste Site is behind the Street Department, 330 N. Cory St., Findlay, OH 45840; entrance south of this location near the railroad tracks. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling Bins Closed During Bulk Trash Drop Off (opens in new tab) · City of Findlay
    • The City of Findlay notes the Hancock County recycling dumpsters at the Public Works Department location (closed temporarily during the April 2026 bulk drop-off). Checked October 26, 2026.

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