Bottle and can recycling
Bottle and Can Recycling in Eagan: Curbside and Drop-Off Options
Eagan residents searching for a “bottle depot” usually need a place for extra glass bottles, metal cans and plastic beverage containers. These materials normally belong in household recycling when empty and dry. Larger quantities can go to an approved recycling drop-off such as the Dakota County Recycling Zone.
What belongs in household recycling
Dakota County accepts glass bottles and jars, aluminum and steel cans, and common plastic bottles, containers and jugs in household recycling. Place items loose in the cart rather than inside plastic bags.
Empty containers and remove most residue. Leave caps on accepted containers. Do not include plastic film, Styrofoam, ceramics, hazardous-product containers, medical waste or loose trash.
Extra bottles and cans can go to the Recycling Zone
Dakota County lists bottles, cans, paper and cardboard at the Recycling Zone at 3365 Dodd Road in Eagan. Check the current resident hours before visiting and keep materials sorted and accessible for staff.
A public recycling drop-off is not a general junk site. Furniture, mattresses, major appliances, lumber and yard waste need other routes.
Pickup for event, business or property cleanouts
A large accumulation of bagged cans, bottles, cardboard and surrounding junk may be easier to handle as a cleanup project. Separate clean recyclables from food waste, broken glass and general trash before requesting pickup.
Dakota Valley can quote non-hazardous cleanouts but does not operate as a bottle-redemption depot. Text photos of the complete area when hauling service is needed.
Verify before you drive
Official local resources.
Facility hours, accepted materials and fees can change. Check the official source and call ahead when needed.
FAQ
Quick answers.
Where can I take extra bottles and cans in Eagan?
Dakota County lists the Recycling Zone at 3365 Dodd Road for bottles, cans, paper and cardboard.
Should bottles and cans be bagged?
Dakota County instructs residents to place recyclables loose in the cart or in a paper bag, not plastic bags.
Can broken glass go with glass bottles?
Do not assume it can. Use the Recycling Guide for broken glass, windows, mirrors, dishes and other non-container glass.
Is Dakota Valley a bottle depot?
No. Dakota Valley is a junk-removal and cleanup service, not a beverage-container redemption facility.
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Need bulky non-hazardous items removed?
Text photos and your city for a written quote and pickup window. Hazardous materials must use an approved county program.