Kent County Recycling & Education Center (drop-off station)
977 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.
Plan your visit
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What it accepts
Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.
Cardboard
AcceptedFree (documented)- Drop-off stations are for people without recycling service where they live.
- Preparation: Flatten boxes and cut them to 2 ft x 2 ft or smaller; remove tape, strapping and foam.
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Recycling Drop-Off Locations (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- Recycling & Education Center drop-off station, 977 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504; Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:30 pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Kent County recycling drop-off stations are currently free to all residents; no business, farm or school recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The drop-off stations are meant for people who do not have recycling where they live. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Cardboard (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- Corrugated cardboard is accepted at the Recycling & Education Center; boxes must be flattened and cut to 2x2 feet or smaller. Checked October 26, 2026.
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