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Tire Recycling in Portland, TX

Tires are not taken in Portland's bulk pickup or at the Citizen Collection Center; the city points residents to the J.C. Elliott Center in Corpus Christi (fees apply).

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

2 ways to get rid of a tire in Portland

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · PortlandNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $80.00
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    Book online, set out your tire 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. J.C. Elliott Transfer Station (Collection Center)Drop-off · outside Portland · 7001 Ayers Street, Corpus ChristiPortland residents$2.50–$4.25
    Where

    7001 Ayers Street
    Corpus Christi, TX 78415

    Hours

    Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Tires

    AcceptedFees apply
    Fees for tires
    Automobile tire$2.50 each
    Truck or large trailer tire (16–19 in.)$4.25 each

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take tires (2)

Before you go

  1. Ask whether tires on rims cost more.
  2. Check per-tire fees and how many you can bring at once.
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Texas rules

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Where this information comes from

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.
    • Tire fees: automobile tires $2.50; truck or large trailer tires $4.25. 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)
    • Used or scrap tires may only be disposed of at a facility permitted by TCEQ for that purpose. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires may not be disposed of in any quantity unless shredded, split or quartered under TCEQ rules (TCEQ may grant exceptions). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Storing more than 500 used or scrap tires on any property requires registering the storage site with TCEQ. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Disposing of Tires from Your Home or Private Property (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective February 18, 2026
    • TCEQ says households may be able to get rid of their own tires at a local government bulky trash collection event. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • A landfill may accept household tires directly but will usually charge a fee; call first to confirm it takes tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Contact the landfill to confirm it accepts tires before bringing them. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • With many tires, you may need to hire a registered scrap tire transporter to haul them to an authorized facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Requirements for Used or Scrap Tire Transporters (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective February 18, 2026
    • Tire transporters must register with TCEQ, with a few exceptions. 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 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.
  • Solid Waste Services (opens in new tab) · City of Portland
    • Portland residents receive monthly bulk household waste collection, set out the Sunday of the first full week; one 12-cubic-yard pile per address. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Not accepted: TVs over 32 inches, tires, items in trash bags, batteries and glass. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Citizen Collection Center (opens in new tab) · City of Portland
    • Proof of Portland residency is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Tires, batteries and wet paint are prohibited; they may go to the J.C. Elliott Center in Corpus Christi for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Prohibited items may be taken to the J.C. Elliott Center, 7001 Ayers St, Corpus Christi; fees apply. 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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