Cellphones, batteries, plastics, glass, bailing twine, clothing, and more....
Please consider the environment when disposing of unwanted products. The San Luis Valley has a variety of excellent recycling services. Take note of this updated list and also check out the recycling map at the bottom of the page. Read "Things That Cannot Be Recycled" to make sure your item is recyclable.
*To ensure everyone's safety and maximize efficiency, always consult with a recycling provider before drop off/pick up to confirm that your item is recyclable or in reusable condition.
Appliances
-WSB Computer Services: https://www.wsbcs.net/recycling
Batteries
-WSB Computer Services: https://www.wsbcs.net/recycling
-Colorado Recycles in Monte Vista: https://www.wm.com/us/en/home/bulbs-batteries-electronics
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
Baling Twine
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
-Big R of Alamosa, 148 Craft Drive, Alamosa, CO.
-Monte Vista Co-op, 1901 US HWY 160, Monte Vista, CO.
Big items
- For still usable furniture and mattresses, call your local thrift store, such as Rainbow's End: http://lapuentehome.org/enterprises/rainbows-end-thrift-stores/
or Caring and Sharing in Salida (719)-539-3686
See if they will pick up the item!
-Check out this website about recycling/disposing of mattresses:
-For non re-usable furniture/mattresses , call your local waste hauler. Alamosa has two big item pickups a year. Waste Management will pick up if called.
Cell Phones
-WSB Computer Services: https://www.wsbcs.net/recycling
-Colorado Recycles in Monte Vista: https://www.wm.com/us/en/home/bulbs-batteries-electronics
- Also check with your local service provider.
Clothing
-Local thrift stores: Rainbow's end in Alamosa, Center, and Monte Vista: http://lapuentehome.org/enterprises/rainbows-end-thrift-stores/ ,
Habitat for Humanity Alamosa (719) 589-8688
Caring and Sharing Salida (719)-539-3686
Nazarene Thrift Store Monte Vista (719) 852-2713
Electronics (miscellaneous)
- WSB Computer Services in Alamosa (fee). Check out the list of what they accept as well as the cost for drop off and pick up services. https://www.wsbcs.net/recycling or call (719) 589-8940.
General Household Recycling: newspaper, magazines, cardboard, plastics, steel cans, aluminum, glass.
-Rickey Recycling Center in Alamosa: (719) 937-8358: https://www.facebook.com/AlamosaValleyCourier/posts/rickey-recycling-centerwhere-1130-old-airport-road-12th-st-yard-next-to-waste-wa/1122712034493860/
-Waste Management: https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/co/alamosa/trash-pickup-alamosa-co
-Saguache County Landfill and Recycling: https://saguachecounty.colorado.gov/departments/landfill-recycling-center/recycling
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
-Chaffee County Waste: https://tellercountywaste.com/chaffee-county-waste-recycling-info/
Grocery Bags
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
-Safeway & Walmart in Salida or Alamosa. Bins are usually close to front entrance.
-Inquire with your local grocery store.
Lightbulbs
- Colorado Recycles in Monte Vista: https://www.wm.com/us/en/home/bulbs-batteries-electronics
- EZ on the Earth: https://ezontheearth.com/bulk-services/bulk-lamp-recycling/
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
Metals
- Colorado Recycling in Monte Vista: (719) 580-6695
- Star Steel and Supply: https://www.americaniron.com/scrap-metal-recycling-alamosa-co.html
or call 719.589.5385
- Saguache County Landfill and Recycling: https://saguachecounty.colorado.gov/departments/landfill-recycling-center/recycling
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
Motors
- Star Steel and Supply: https://www.americaniron.com/scrap-metal-recycling-alamosa-co.html or call 719.589.5385
Motor Oil (DIY)
- SLV Regional Landfill
Paint
- Monte Vista Co-op, 1901 US HWY 160, Monte Vista, CO.
- If paint is usable, reach out to a local nonprofit or business and see if they could use the remaining paint.
Pill Bottles (#2, white)
- Contact a Walmart pharmacy.
Tires
- Ace in Your Pocket (fee): 183 Broadway Ave., Alamosa, CO. (719) 587-0191.
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
Yard Waste
-Rickey Recycling Center in Alamosa: (719) 937-8358: https://www.facebook.com/AlamosaValleyCourier/posts/rickey-recycling-centerwhere-1130-old-airport-road-12th-st-yard-next-to-waste-wa/1122712034493860/
-SLV Regional Solid Waste Authority, Monte Vista, CO: http://slvlandfill.com/?page_id=126
Local Recycler Information:
Rickey Recycling Center (Drop off center: City of Alamosa)
1130 Old Airport Rd., Alamosa
Keith Price, Recycling Coordinator (719) 937-8358
Pat Steenburg, Public Works Director, (719) 589-6631
Colorado Recycling
(Drop off and pick up)
1567 U.S. Hwy 160 E, Monte Vista, CO 81144
(719) 580-6695
Recycles: All metals, batteries, vehicles, telecommunications wires
Ship to Capital Scrap Metals in Santa Fe
Muley’s MDS Trash Service
(Curbside pickup: Mineral & Rio Grande Counties)
P.O. Box 368, Creede, CO 81130
(719) 658-3060
John & Melissa Graham
San Luis Valley Regional Solid Waste Authority
(Drop off)
P.O. Box 861
1600 CR 44
Monte Vista, CO 81144
(719) 852-3810
Landfill Manager: Jim Clare
Star Steel & Supply
(Drop off and pick up)
(719) 589-5385
All metals: ferrous & non-ferrous (nonmagnetic). W
WSB eRecyclers
(Drop off, fee)
21 Craft Drive, Alamosa
(719) 589-8940
Ace in Your Pocket
Tires - (Drop off - fee)
Stacy Peters
(719) 587-0191
Habitat For Humanity
Aluminum cans (Drop off sites throughout Alamosa),
Re-usable items - Alamosa (719) 589-8688
*Updated June 2, 2021
