06/18/2026
Visiting Metro Recycling Facility? Don’t forget to check out our new Good Goods shop, stocked with fun seasonal, sustainable finds! For hours and more, visit https://bit.ly/4a4qBWp
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Metro Waste Authority provides answers for safe and smart waste disposal and recycling. recycling program. Curb It!
Whether it's garbage, recycling, yard waste, hazardous waste, or special waste, we know where it should go and have the resources to help. Metro Waste Authority is an independent government agency comprised of 16 member communities, one county and six planning members. Established in 1969, Metro Waste Authority was designated to manage the landfill for the Polk County area after state law required
06/18/2026
06/18/2026
Thank you, Iowa Composting Council, for this incredible honor. We’re proud to be recognized as the 2026 Compost Manufacturer of the Year and grateful to our dedicated team, partners, and customers who make this work possible. Together, we’re helping turn organic materials into a valuable resource for Iowa communities!
06/18/2026
NO COLLECTION DELAY: Juneteenth does not affect the collection schedule for garbage and recycling this week. Please have carts out by 6 AM on your regular day. Wondering what holidays do cause a delay? Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aXp5Xs
06/17/2026
Teachers, you don’t want to miss this! Learn all about what happens to materials when they leave the curb… and build your confidence and tool kit for helping your students do the same!
Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3Oiwk3y
06/16/2026
Recently, at Metro Hazardous Waste Drop-off, we came across this vintage Kimball electric organ! A look inside showed just how much wiring and electrical hardware these old units contain!
For a majority of your electronic waste disposal needs, Metro Hazardous Waste Drop-Off in Bondurant can provide you with answers. See accepted items here: https://bit.ly/4pEFpRh
06/15/2026
Summer camp season is underway and we are having a blast! It isn’t too late to sign your camper up to build, experiment, explore recycling, and create amazing cardboard projects at Metro Recycling Facility during our summer camps this June & July. Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3Pe1FEA
06/14/2026
Your garage, basement, and under-the-sink cabinets called… they’re ready for a cleanout.
Our Houseside Collection program makes it easy to safely dispose of household hazardous waste right from home.
Schedule your houseside collection delivery/pickup today and say goodbye to the clutter the safe way.
https://bit.ly/3LH06gJ
06/13/2026
Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Improve soil aeration and root pe*******on. Obstacles: compacted soil and poor drainage. Asset deployed: Grow Gold Compost for enhanced soil resilience. Mission status: Possible. This message will self-destruct in 5… 4… 3… 🌱
06/12/2026
Huge thank you to Skyler and the Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital team in Ankeny for sharing how Metro Waste Authority supports their veterinary clinic with responsible hazardous waste disposal. We loved getting a behind-the-scenes look at how they keep their clinic and the community safe through our partnership. 🐾 Learn about how your business can partner with us: https://bit.ly/4tywFhK
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300 E Locust Street Ste 100
Des Moines, IA
50309
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4:30pm |