Dearborn County Recycling Center

A straightforward county recycling center out on Prospect Lane in Aurora that locals use when getting rid of cardboard, cans and other recyclables that don’t belong in the trash. Neighbors drop off household recyclables and occasional bulk items here rather than hauling them to a landfill.

Expect an outdoor setup with big containers or bins for different materials - paper and cardboard, plastics, glass and metals are the usual sorts accepted at centers like this. Pull up in a truck or car and sort items into the right receptacles before leaving the vehicle lane. Weekends, especially during spring cleanups, can get busy and there may be a line to unload. Look for simple signs marking the containers and bring items already separated so the stop goes quicker.