Where to dispose of batteries in Hidalgo County, TX
Car batteries go to the Edinburg Resource Recovery Center or the McAllen Recycling Center; no official household-battery drop-off is confirmed in Hidalgo County.
Facilities
Edinburg Resource Recovery Center
3102 S. US-281 BUS, Edinburg, TX 78539
Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM; Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
(956) 292-2133
City of Edinburg drop center; accepts used motor oil and lead-acid batteries from residential customers. Paint not accepted; tires not accepted.
Source: www.cityofedinburg.com · checked 2026-10-28
City of McAllen Recycling Center
4101 N. Bentsen Rd., McAllen, TX 78504
Hours: unknown — call to confirm (city sources list differing hours)
(956) 681-4050
Bulky waste drop-off for McAllen residents (bring a current utility bill); e-waste drop-off open to residents and non-residents. No hazardous waste.
Source: www.mcallen.net · checked 2026-10-29
Rules & limits
- Lead-acid (car) batteries only — Edinburg takes lead-acid batteries; McAllen takes vehicle and lawnmower/tractor batteries only
- No official drop-off confirmed for household (alkaline/rechargeable) batteries
- Car batteries are not accepted at county citizen collection stations
Sources
- https://www.cityofedinburg.com/departments/solid_waste_management/resource_recovery_services.php
- https://www.mcallenrecycles.com/what-to-recycle
- https://www.hidalgocounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/21084/Solid-Waste-Citizen-Collection-Station-Rules-and-Guidelines
FAQ
Where can I dispose of batteries in Hidalgo County, TX?
Car batteries go to the Edinburg Resource Recovery Center or the McAllen Recycling Center; no official household-battery drop-off is confirmed in Hidalgo County.
What are the hours?
Edinburg Resource Recovery Center: Mon–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM; Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM. City of McAllen Recycling Center: unknown — call to confirm (city sources list differing hours).
Who should I call to confirm?
Hidalgo County solid waste: 956-968-8733. Rules change; confirm before you drive.
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