The M.e.t. Central Tulsa Recycling Center
3825 S. 79th E. Ave, Tulsa, OK 74145
Call before you go
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
Official website (opens in new tab)Directions (Google Maps) (opens in new tab)
What it accepts
Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.
Cardboard
Accepted with conditionsCost unknownFees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
- Corrugated cardboard, flattened.
Batteries
AcceptedCost unknownFees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Other electronics
Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)- Items over 50 lbs are not accepted.
- Monitors and TVs require a small fee paid online in advance.
Computers
Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)- Items over 50 lbs are not accepted.
- Computer towers and laptops are free; computer monitors carry a small fee paid online in advance.
Microwaves
Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)- Items over 50 lbs are not accepted.
Televisions
Accepted with conditionsFees apply- Items over 50 lbs are not accepted.
- A small fee must be paid online before dropping off a TV (amount not stated on the page).
Paint
Not acceptedCost unknownFees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- About Us (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- The M.e.t. is funded by its 10 member governments (Tulsa, Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, Tulsa County) to run residential recycling drop-off locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The M.e.t. office phone is (918) 584-0584. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronic Waste (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- E-waste is accepted at the Broken Arrow, Central Tulsa, Claremore, Downtown Tulsa, Glenpool and Sand Springs centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Free drop-off: cameras, computer batteries, computer towers, copiers/scanners, fax machines, keyboards/mice, laptops, microwaves, phones, printers and more. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Monitors and televisions are accepted for a small fee paid online before drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The fee items are monitors and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted: air conditioners, large appliances, items over 50 lbs, light bulbs, vape devices, refrigerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- M.e.t. centers do not accept hazardous waste or paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Central Tulsa Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
- The M.e.t. Central Tulsa center is at 3825 S. 79th E. Ave, Tulsa, OK 74145. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Hours: Monday-Sunday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (from September 21, 2026). Checked October 26, 2026.
- The Central Tulsa center accepts flattened corrugated cardboard and household and auto batteries, among other recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.
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