While our hours of operation reflect the time we’re open to the public, our internal Rumpke team works on a different hourly schedule in order to maintain an efficient and compliant operation.
Recycling & Transfer Station in Chillicothe, OH
Rumpke - Chillicothe Recycling & Transfer Station
Address
990 Eastern Ave
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Phone
(800) 828-8171
Chillicothe residents and nearby businesses can rely on Rumpke's Recycling & Transfer Station for convenient and efficient drop-off and disposal solutions, accommodating both large- and small-scale needs. You can trust that your waste and recycling will be managed responsibly, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future for our Ohio community.
For Residents
Our professional staff will closely monitor the process to ensure efficiency and prevent delays.
For Businesses
If profitability is your objective, Rumpke’s customer care team is top-notch, driving loyal repeat business, boosting your bottom line and making your facility a valuable asset to the community. And best yet, we can prove our progress with customized reporting for our customers.
About Rumpke’s Chillicothe Recycling & Transfer Station
Current Operations
- Rumpke acquired the facility in January 2011.
- The site includes a transfer station, single-stream recycling and commercial recycling.
- The entire facility sits on 10.97 acres.
- The transfer station is approximately 5,000 sq. ft.
- The single-stream recycling is approximately 9,000 sq. ft.
- Commercial recycling for cardboard and metal is approximately 16,000 sq. ft.
- Nine full-time employees currently operate the facility.
- See current hours of operation.
Processes & Capabilities
- The facility receives waste material from Ross, Fayette and Highland Counties.
- Recycling material comes from Ross, Fayette, Highland, Meigs and Pickaway Counties.
- Waste is consolidated and taken to Rumpke’s Pike Sanitary Landfill.
- Recycling is taken to the Cincinnati Material Recovery Facility and the Rumpke Resource and Recycling Center in Columbus.
- The site has a Recycling Buy-Back Center available to the public. We buy back several recycling items such as aluminum, copper, steel and brass. Customers unload at the dock or yard and are paid for their materials.


About Rumpke’s Chillicothe Recycling & Transfer Station

Current Operations
- Rumpke acquired the facility in January 2011.
- The site includes a transfer station, single-stream recycling and commercial recycling.
- The entire facility sits on 10.97 acres.
- The transfer station is approximately 5,000 sq. ft.
- The single-stream recycling is approximately 9,000 sq. ft.
- Commercial recycling for cardboard and metal is approximately 16,000 sq. ft.
- Nine full-time employees currently operate the facility.
- See current hours of operation.
Processes & Capabilities
- The facility receives waste material from Ross, Fayette and Highland Counties.
- Recycling material comes from Ross, Fayette, Highland, Meigs and Pickaway Counties.
- Waste is consolidated and taken to Rumpke’s Pike Sanitary Landfill.
- Recycling is taken to the Cincinnati Material Recovery Facility and the Rumpke Resource and Recycling Center in Columbus.
- The site has a Recycling Buy-Back Center available to the public. We buy back several recycling items such as aluminum, copper, steel and brass. Customers unload at the dock or yard and are paid for their materials.
You Can Trust Rumpke
Our goal is to not only meet but surpass environmental compliance in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Our record of service and compliance speaks for itself with managing more than 25 transfer stations. Rumpke has been a leader in responsible and environmentally friendly management of waste facilities for many years. As a result, numerous local governments in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana have chosen Rumpke to oversee their teams, operations, and facilities with the utmost care and adherence to best management practices.
Recycling & Transfer Station FAQs
Why do I see activity when it’s supposed to be closed?
Can I drop off trash and recycling at this facility?
The site has a Recycling Buy-Back Center available to the public. You can unload at the dock or yard and get paid for certain materials. Items we buy back:
- Aluminum
- Copper
- Steel
- Brass
Do you offer additional services in my area?
Yes! View all Chillicothe waste and recycling services or select your county from our Ohio state page.
Other Waste Services in Chillicothe

Trash Pickup
Are you looking for a hassle-free way to get rid of all your residential or business waste on a timely schedule? Then check out our Chillicothe trash pickup services.

Dumpster Rental
Working on a home improvement project or cleaning out your basement? Rumpke offers a variety of large dumpsters with easy rental options.
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