Where to dispose of motor oil in Hidalgo County, TX
Used motor oil goes to the Edinburg Resource Recovery Center (residential customers) or, for McAllen residents, the McAllen Recycling Center (5 gal/month). County rural stations don't take it.
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
- Edinburg: used motor oil only (no water or debris), residential customers
- McAllen: city residents up to 5 gallons per month; no cooking oil
- Not accepted at Hidalgo County citizen collection stations
Sources
- https://www.cityofedinburg.com/departments/solid_waste_management/resource_recovery_services.php
- https://cityofedinburg.com/departments/solid_waste_management/recycling_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 motor oil in Hidalgo County, TX?
Used motor oil goes to the Edinburg Resource Recovery Center (residential customers) or, for McAllen residents, the McAllen Recycling Center (5 gal/month). County rural stations don't take it.
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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