The City of Harker Heights is proud to announce the addition of a recycling collection point at the City’s existing solid-waste drop off center (located at 1761 FM 2410 - see map inset below). This service is provided to the citizens of Harker Heights via a partnership between Fort Hood and the City.
Only the following recyclable materials will be accepted at the drop off center:
Plastic
Aluminum
Paper
Cardboard (please break down all boxes)
Scrap Metal
Tires With Rims and Without Rims
The drop off center will not accept the following items:
Glass
Motor Oil
The drop site’s hours of operation starting May 1, 2011 are as follows:
Tuesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m to 5 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note that the drop off center will continue to accept brush and bulky solid-waste items from citizens with a current water bill and a drivers license. Please contact 953-5600 with any questions or concerns about the new recycling service.
1800 RECYCLING
If you need to recycle an item and have no idea where to go to do so, this website is VERY helpful. www.1800recycling.comYou just click the type of product you want to recycle, then on the right side you will get a listing of the different products to select from. Then type in your zip code or city name and PRESTO! A list of the nearest facilities will appear!