Computer Recycling in Sand Springs, OK
Computer towers and laptops are free at the M.e.t. Sand Springs center, 312 E. Morrow Rd.
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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- List each device and describe any damage to the operator.
- Back up your files and erase the device using the maker’s instructions.
- Ask whether documented data destruction is offered and what it costs.
Oklahoma rules
- Under the Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act, manufacturers must offer Oklahoma consumers a take-back program for computers and computer monitors; most offer mail-back and few offer drop-off. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act (OCERA) (opens in new tab)
- OCERA covers only desktop and notebook computers and computer monitors; it applies to manufacturers that sell, produce or import 50 or more such devices a year in Oklahoma. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act (OCERA) (opens in new tab)
More Oklahoma rules (7)
- DEQ suggests residents ask community leaders whether they plan to host an electronics collection event. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: How to Recycle Electronics (opens in new tab)
- For bulk electronics from businesses and organizations, DEQ highly recommends an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: How to Recycle Electronics (opens in new tab)
- DEQ collection event grants pay local governments to host e-waste collections, which typically also take household hazardous waste, tires, pharmaceuticals, scrap metal and sharps. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Funding Opportunities for Communities (Solid Waste Management Grants) (opens in new tab)
- Oklahoma's solid waste rules define household hazardous waste as corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive household waste, including freon-containing appliances, liquid paints and lead-acid batteries. Source: OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ says several Oklahoma communities have household hazardous waste facilities or collection programs, and services may be free with proof of residency such as a water bill. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ lists HHW facilities in Norman, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Midwest City, all free with proof of residency and taking items from surrounding communities for a small fee. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
- DEQ's HHW fact sheet lists the Midwest City Household Pollutant Collection Facility among the state's HHW facilities. Source: Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (27)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Household Pollutant Collection Facility (opens in new tab) · City of Tulsa
- Tulsa residents drop off for free by showing a driver license or City of Tulsa utility bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents of Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs and unincorporated Tulsa County can get a voucher from the M.e.t. to drop off the first 45 lbs free. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Sapulpa residents can get free vouchers for the facility from the City of Sapulpa utility offices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The facility is a year-round facility open to residential customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Large electronics (TVs, monitors, computers) and tires are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- About Us (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- The M.e.t. is funded by its 10 member governments (Tulsa, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, Tulsa County) to run residential recycling drop-off locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronic Waste (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- E-waste is accepted at the Broken Arrow, Central Tulsa, Claremore, Downtown Tulsa, Glenpool and Sand Springs centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Free drop-off: cameras, computer batteries, computer towers, copiers/scanners, fax machines, keyboards/mice, laptops, microwaves, phones, printers and more. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Monitors and televisions are accepted for a small fee paid online before drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The fee items are monitors and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted: air conditioners, large appliances, items over 50 lbs, light bulbs, vape devices, refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Trash Service FAQs (opens in new tab) · City of Sand Springs
- The Sand Springs Recycling Center on E. Morrow Road is open to the public daily 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and takes batteries, corrugated cardboard and electronic waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act (OCERA) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- Under the Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act, manufacturers must offer Oklahoma consumers a take-back program for computers and computer monitors; most offer mail-back and few offer drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Televisions are not covered by the Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act, so manufacturers have no state take-back duty for TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- OCERA covers only desktop and notebook computers and computer monitors; it applies to manufacturers that sell, produce or import 50 or more such devices a year in Oklahoma. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma Statutes, Title 27A (Environment and Natural Resources), complete title (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Legislature
- A manufacturer's recovery plan must collect and recover each covered device bearing its brand from a consumer at no charge to the consumer. Checked October 26, 2026.
- One way manufacturers can meet the law is a mail-back system at no cost to the consumer, such as a prepaid shipping label and at-home pickup. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The law covers consumers: occupants of a home or apartment who used the device mainly for personal or home business use. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The collection and recovery provisions apply to covered devices used and returned by consumers in Oklahoma. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: OCERA Participating Manufacturers (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ's participating-manufacturer list shows Dell taking desktops, notebooks, tablets and monitors of all brands through an online free shipping label. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: How to Recycle Electronics (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ suggests residents ask community leaders whether they plan to host an electronics collection event. Checked October 26, 2026.
- For bulk electronics from businesses and organizations, DEQ highly recommends an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. Checked October 26, 2026.
- OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- Oklahoma's solid waste rules define household hazardous waste as corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive household waste, including freon-containing appliances, liquid paints and lead-acid batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ says several Oklahoma communities have household hazardous waste facilities or collection programs, and services may be free with proof of residency such as a water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ lists HHW facilities in Norman, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Midwest City, all free with proof of residency and taking items from surrounding communities for a small fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ's HHW fact sheet lists the Midwest City Household Pollutant Collection Facility among the state's HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oklahoma DEQ: Funding Opportunities for Communities (Solid Waste Management Grants) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ collection event grants pay local governments to host e-waste collections, which typically also take household hazardous waste, tires, pharmaceuticals, scrap metal and sharps. Checked October 26, 2026.
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