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Henson Disposal and Recycling is the recycling center at 910 Saline Ct in Urbana. Neighbors bring household recyclables and bulk items here when clearing out basements or doing yard cleanups. It’s the practical place people think of for dropping off paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals.
Expect a working collection yard rather than a tidy storefront; many centers like this have bays, roll-off containers and a small entrance kiosk or scale, so plan for a brief stop to figure out where things go. Materials are usually sorted by type - paper/cardboard, glass, plastics and metals - and some locations also run electronics or bulky-item drop-off events at certain times. Fees and exactly what’s accepted can vary by site and are governed by state oversight, so bring things separated to speed the process. Weekends and spring-cleanup periods often fill up, so there can be a line.
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Before You Go
- Flatten boxes and bundle paper ahead of time - it makes unloading faster and keeps the line moving.
- Secure loose loads with a tarp and have gloves and straps handy; awkward or heavy items move slower and may need a helper.
- If possible, aim for a weekday or mid-morning visit to avoid the busiest periods like weekends and spring cleanups.
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