DumpSpencer County Recycles is a recycling drop-off in Santa Claus, Indiana run by a local government. The cheapest posted load rate is $1 for a trash bag, 35-44 gallon. They take household trash. It's open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays only.
Before you go
- A permit or sticker is required ($1). Buy it at Most convenience and grocery stores in Spencer County; not sold by attendants (no money accepted at Drop-Off Centers).
- Loads are charged by bag, so cover and sort your load before you arrive.
- Call ahead to confirm hours and fees. Small facilities change them without updating their websites.
Fees
| Item / load | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trash bag, 35-44 gallon | $1 per bag | requires one yellow trash tag |
| Trash bag over 44 gallons | $2 per bag | requires two yellow trash tags |
Quoted from the source
Each 35-44 gallon bag requires a $1.00 Yellow Trash Tag. … Bags larger than 44 gallons require two (2) $1.00 yellow tags.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10AM–6PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10AM–6PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8AM–4PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Rules
| Residents only | Call to confirm |
|---|---|
| Permit or sticker | Required · $1 · from Most convenience and grocery stores in Spencer County; not sold by attendants (no money accepted at Drop-Off Centers) Source: spencercountyrecycles.com · last checked 2026-10-30 |
| Payment | Call to confirm |
| Free dump days | None posted |
| Ownership | Public (government-run) |
What they take
- Household trash
Details
| Address | 15169 IN-245, Santa Claus, IN 47579 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (812) 362-7401 |
| Website | spencercountyrecycles.com |
| Type | Recycling drop-off |
| County | Spencer County, IN |
| Nearby | All dumps near Santa Claus |
| Google rating | 5.0 ★ · 4 Google reviews |
Other dumps nearby
- Spencer County Solid Waste - St Meinrad recycling drop-off · Ferdinand, IN · 5.3 mi · from $1.00
- Spencer County Solid Waste Trash And Recyling Center waste facility · Dale, IN · 5.9 mi · from $1.00
- Spencer County Solid Waste - Evanston recycling drop-off · Evanston, IN · 8.2 mi · from $1.00
- Spencer County Solid Waste waste facility · Chrisney, IN · 10.1 mi · from $1.00
- Perry County Solid Waste Site waste facility · Cannelton, IN · 15.7 mi · from $1.50
- Spencer County Solid Waste - Rockport recycling drop-off · Rockport, IN · 17.8 mi · from $1
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to dump at Spencer County Recycles?
The posted rate starts at $1 for a trash bag, 35-44 gallon. 2 fees are listed on the facility's website; see the fees table. Rates change, so call to confirm.
What does Spencer County Recycles accept?
According to its website: household trash.
When is Spencer County Recycles open?
Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. See the hours table for times.
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