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Battery Recycling in Arlington, TX

Take batteries to the Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center (free for Arlington residents) or an Arlington HHW event. The landfill does not take batteries.

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

3 ways to get rid of a battery in Arlington

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ArlingtonNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $75.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your battery 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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  2. Arlington HHW Collection EventsCity service · ArlingtonFree
    How it works

    Monthly first-come, first-served household hazardous waste collection events at Arlington parks (February–November, 8:30–11 am or until the trailer is full).

    Cost & rules
    • Arlington residents with a current driver's license or water bill; events are first-come, first-served.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  3. Environmental Collection Center (ECC)Drop-off · outside Arlington · 6400 Bridge St., Fort WorthArlington residentsCost not listed
    Where

    6400 Bridge St.
    Fort Worth, TX 76112

    Hours

    Thursday and Friday 11 am–7 pm; Saturday 9 am–3 pm.

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Fort Worth and participating-city residents only; bring a current water bill or driver's license. Some cities require a voucher.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take batteries (1)
  • Arlington Landfill resident visits · Arlington

Before you go

  1. Tape the terminals of lithium and rechargeable batteries before transport.
  2. Keep damaged, swollen or leaking batteries separate and tell the operator.
  3. Ask which battery types are accepted; car batteries often go somewhere different.
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Texas rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • ECC Participating Cities (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Worth Environmental Services
    • Bedford residents need no voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Burleson residents need no voucher; bring a driver's license or water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Grapevine residents need no voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Haltom City residents need no voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Weatherford residents need an ECC voucher, purchased at City Hall, 303 Palo Pinto St. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Cleburne residents need an ECC voucher, used within 14 days. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents of cities not on the participating list cannot use the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Fort Worth residents need no voucher. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Arlington residents need no voucher; bring a driver's license or water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Grand Prairie residents now need a voucher. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Azle residents need no voucher for the ECC; bring a driver's license or water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Benbrook residents need no voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • White Settlement residents need a voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Midlothian residents need a voucher for the ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Environmental Collection Center (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Worth Environmental Services
    • The ECC is open to Fort Worth residents and residents of participating cities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Proof of residence (current water bill or valid driver's license) is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Commercial, business and industrial waste is not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Fort Worth Environmental Services
    • The ECC accepts automotive fluids, batteries, cleaners, cooking oil, garden and pool chemicals, light bulbs and paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Arlington Landfill (opens in new tab) · City of Arlington
    • The free visits are only for homeowners whose permanent residence is in Arlington. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The landfill does not accept liquids, paint, chemicals or batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Arlington residents can take HHW to the Fort Worth ECC at no charge with proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling and Sustainability Programs (opens in new tab) · City of Arlington
    • Arlington residents have two free ways to dispose of HHW, including taking HHW and batteries to the Fort Worth ECC. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The second free option is the Arlington HHW collection events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • HHW such as paints and batteries is not collected at the curb. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents must show a current driver's license or water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 361: Solid Waste Disposal Act (opens in new tab) · Texas Legislative Council (Texas Constitution and Statutes)
    • State law bars putting a used lead-acid battery in household trash or otherwise discarding it, except by delivering it to an approved recipient. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Used lead-acid batteries may go to a battery retailer or wholesaler, a secondary lead smelter, or an authorized collection or recycling facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Anyone selling lead-acid batteries at retail in Texas must accept, if offered, at least one and up to three lead-acid batteries from each customer for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Battery retailers must post a sign saying state law requires them to accept used motor-vehicle and other lead-acid batteries for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
    • TCEQ says certain battery retailers and mail-in programs accept button-cell batteries for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
    • Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.

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