Rolla Recycling Center

Rolla Recycling Center on Old St James Rd is the local drop-off for things that don’t fit in the curbside bin. Neighbors bring cardboard, cans, bottles and often larger items people want to keep out of the landfill. It’s the place town folk use when a pickup won’t do the job.

Drive in from Old St James Rd and look for an entrance area with a small booth and a line of containers a short way in. Bins are grouped by material type - paper and cardboard, glass, plastics and metal are commonly accepted, and many centers also run special collection programs for electronics or bulky items. The lot is mostly gravel and concrete, so backing a truck or trailer up to the containers is the usual routine; expect longer waits on weekends and during spring cleanup. There may be fees for some loads, sometimes charged by weight or item type, so be prepared for a possible stop at the office/scale.