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Highland Rd Recycle Center is the small-town recycling drop-off on Highlands Rd in Franklin that locals use for household cleanups and small projects. Neighbors swing by with cardboard, cans, and the odd bulky item. It’s the sort of place people expect to make a quick run-through rather than a full-service haul-off.
Look for outdoor bins and a compact yard layout; many centers in town have a single entrance lane with a small booth and a scale nearby, so be prepared to slow down as you enter and exit. Recycling centers like this commonly handle cardboard, paper, glass, plastics, aluminum and other scrap metals, and some run occasional electronics or appliance collection events. State rules mean exactly what’s accepted and any fees will vary, so have items sorted before pulling up. Weekends can get backed up-spring cleanup season especially-so expect a line at busy times.
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Before You Go
- Flatten and bundle cardboard and boxboard; tied stacks save time and keep the bins from toppling.
- Wear gloves and closed-toe shoes-the ground can be gravel or muddy and some tossing and lifting is usually required.
- Load small bags and loose recyclables first, then larger items, so moving through drop-off points is quicker and less of a scramble.
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