Mad River Twp. Recycling Station

Mad River Twp. Recycling Station at 7952 Dayton Springfield Rd in Fairborn is where a lot of neighbors drop off sorted recyclables instead of leaving them at the curb. Recycling centers commonly accept paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans and many plastics, and some run occasional electronics or bulky-item collection events. Expect a small, outdoorsy setup rather than a fancy indoor facility.

There’s usually an entrance booth and a scale near the drive - many county recycling sites charge by weight, so expect to stop again on the way out. Pull up into the lot, then head toward the large roll-off bins and recycling piles; the bins are often off to one side just past the booth. Weekends get backed up, especially during spring cleanup season, so lines and slow-moving trailers are common. The site looks like an outdoor yard with paved drive lanes and big containers, so wear shoes that can handle a bit of gravel and lifting.