Recycling in Corpus Christi, TX

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

• The Salvation Army Coastal Bend – Family Store (opens in new tab) · The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory
  • The Salvation Army Family Store is at 5042 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78411. Checked October 26, 2026.
• First Litter Critter of 2026 Scheduled for January 10 on Padre Island (opens in new tab) · City of Corpus Christi
  • J.C. Elliott Transfer Station, 7001 Ayers Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78415, open Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Landfill and Collection Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Corpus Christi Solid Waste Services
  • Up to 2 cubic yards of residential waste is free per visit; larger loads, construction waste over 100 pounds and commercial loads have a $30 minimum. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bring a valid driver's license showing an address within Corpus Christi city limits. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Heavy Brush and Bulky Items (opens in new tab) · City of Corpus Christi Solid Waste Services
  • Bulky items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, large appliances and up to 4 tires 20 inches or smaller. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Crews collect several times a year on a published schedule; set out only during authorized periods. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • One truckload per scheduled collection; each additional load is $82.63 plus tax on the utility bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Corpus Christi Solid Waste Services
  • The curbside program accepts paper, plastic, cardboard and metals; no sorting needed. Checked October 26, 2026.
• TCEQ: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective March 10, 2026
  • TCEQ directs consumers to texasrecyclescomputers.org to find out how to recycle a computer for free through its manufacturer. Checked October 26, 2026.
• TCEQ: Guidance for the Texas Recycles Computers Program (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  • Manufacturer collection and recycling of consumers' computer equipment must be convenient and free at the time of recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Covered computer equipment is a monitor, a desktop or laptop, and an accompanying keyboard and mouse made by the same manufacturer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Each manufacturer only has to take back its own brands, though some choose to accept other brands. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • For an unbranded or unlisted computer, check manufacturers' websites to see which will accept other brands. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Manufacturers only have to take back computers bought for personal or home-business use; commercial, government and nonprofit users should ask manufacturers, retailers or charities. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Covered home computer equipment is accepted regardless of when it was sold. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The consumer is responsible for any confidential information left on the computer, so wipe it first. 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)
  • A TV manufacturer's recovery plan must include collection methods that let consumers recycle covered TVs without paying a separate fee at the time of recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Covered TVs are consumer direct-view or projection TVs with a screen of nine inches or more (CRT, plasma, LCD, LED and similar), plus computer displays that contain a TV tuner. Checked October 26, 2026.
• TCEQ: Texas Recycles TVs Program (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  • Use TCEQ's "Find a TV recycler" list to look up your TV brand; each link goes to that manufacturer's recycling page with instructions. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Manufacturers that have collected their full market-share allocation for the year are not required to offer more collection, and their links are removed from the TCEQ list. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Because programs are based on market share, other manufacturers' programs may accept your TV; contact the manufacturer if no option is listed. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Portland
  • Portland residents may take household hazardous waste (paints, chemicals) to the J.C. Elliott Collection Center, which charges a drop-off fee. Checked October 26, 2026.

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