Unacceptable Items

Although the following items are not accepted at Veolia’s Colorado Recycling Center, the information below provides guidance on how to safely dispose of these materials in an environmentally-safe fashion.

Radioactive Material (smoke detectors and exit signs):
Radioactive material is not acceptable for drop off, but Veolia sells prepaid boxes for disposal at the drop-off location.

DEA Controlled Substances (prescription pain killers):
Contact local law enforcement, or Veolia can manage these waste types separately from their HHW/CESQG program.

Call 303-289-4827 ext. 123 for information.

Biological or Medical Material (used needles or material contaminated with blood):
Veolia can manage these waste types separately from their HHW/CESQG program.

Call 303-289-4827 ext. 123 for information

Tires:
Please bring used tires to Colorado Tire Recycling (303-853-0789) or Front Range Tire (303-660-0090)

Compost:
Please bring compost to A-1 Organics (970-454-3492)

Christmas Trees:
Contact your local county Public Works Department for Christmas tree disposal.

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