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Battery Recycling in Tulsa, OK

Household and car batteries go free (Tulsa residents) to the Household Pollutant Collection Facility, or to the M.e.t. Central and Downtown Tulsa centers. Bulky pickup does not take batteries.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

5 ways to get rid of a battery in Tulsa

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · TulsaNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $75.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your battery and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection FacilityDrop-off · 4502 S. Galveston Ave., TulsaTulsa County residentsFree
    Where

    4502 S. Galveston Ave.
    Tulsa, OK 74107

    Hours

    Wednesday and Saturday, 8-11:30 a.m. and noon-4:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Tulsa residents free with ID or utility bill; residents of M.e.t. member communities and Sapulpa need a voucher (first 45 lbs free, then $1.37/lb). Wastes are inspected and may be rejected.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. The M.e.t. Central Tulsa Recycling CenterDrop-off · 3825 S. 79th E. Ave, TulsaCost not listed
    Where

    3825 S. 79th E. Ave
    Tulsa, OK 74145

    Hours

    Monday-Sunday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (from September 21, 2026)

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. The M.e.t. Downtown Tulsa Recycling CenterDrop-off · 1101 S. Cincinnati Ave., TulsaCost not listed
    Where

    1101 S. Cincinnati Ave.
    Tulsa, OK 74119

    Hours

    Monday-Sunday 9 a.m.-noon

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  5. Oklahoma lead-acid battery retailer recycling signs (Lead-Acid Battery and Used Motor Oil Recycling Act)State program · OklahomaOpen to everyoneConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    Stores in Oklahoma that sell lead-acid batteries (for cars, trucks, boats and planes) must post a sign telling the public that lead-acid batteries are accepted for recycling (27A O.S. § 2002). The law does not say whether a purchase is required or whether a store may charge.

    Cost & rules
    • Lead-acid batteries (car, truck, boat and plane) only. Stores selling them must post a sign that they are accepted for recycling; the law does not say whether a purchase is required or a fee may apply.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take batteries (1)
  • City of Tulsa bulky waste pickup · Tulsa

Before you go

  1. Tape the terminals of lithium and rechargeable batteries before transport.
  2. Keep damaged, swollen or leaking batteries separate and tell the operator.
  3. Ask which battery types are accepted; car batteries often go somewhere different.
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Oklahoma rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Household Pollutant Collection Facility (opens in new tab) · City of Tulsa
    • Tulsa residents drop off for free by showing a driver license or City of Tulsa utility bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents of Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs and unincorporated Tulsa County can get a voucher from the M.e.t. to drop off the first 45 lbs free. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Sapulpa residents can get free vouchers for the facility from the City of Sapulpa utility offices. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Non-Tulsa residents pay $1.37 per pound (beyond the voucher allowance). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The facility is a year-round facility open to residential customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Accepted items include oil-based and latex paint, paint thinner, household and car batteries and small electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • All wastes are subject to inspection and possible rejection. 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.
  • Central Tulsa Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
    • The Central Tulsa center accepts flattened corrugated cardboard and household and auto batteries, among other recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Downtown Tulsa Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · The Metropolitan Environmental Trust (The M.e.t.)
    • The Downtown Tulsa center accepts flattened corrugated cardboard and household and auto batteries, among other recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulky Waste Pick Up (opens in new tab) · City of Tulsa
    • Scheduling online requires a City utility Customer ID and Account number. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulky waste does not take automobile parts, batteries, liquids or hazardous materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Oklahoma DEQ: How to Recycle Electronics (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ tells households to recycle batteries and light bulbs at Lowe's or Home Depot. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Oklahoma Statutes, Title 27A (Environment and Natural Resources), complete title (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Legislature
    • Anyone selling lead-acid batteries to end users must post a sign at or near the display or point of sale telling the public that lead-acid batteries are accepted for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • For the Oklahoma Lead-Acid Battery and Used Motor Oil Recycling Act, a lead-acid battery is one used in boats, planes and motor vehicles. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Oklahoma retailers of lead-acid (vehicle, boat, plane) batteries must post a sign that lead-acid batteries are accepted for recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • OAC 252:515, Management of Solid Waste (DEQ rules) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
    • Oklahoma's solid waste rules define household hazardous waste as corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive household waste, including freon-containing appliances, liquid paints and lead-acid batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • State rules list lead-acid batteries as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Oklahoma DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (Did You Know? fact sheet) (opens in new tab) · Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
    • DEQ says several Oklahoma communities have household hazardous waste facilities or collection programs, and services may be free with proof of residency such as a water bill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ lists HHW facilities in Norman, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Midwest City, all free with proof of residency and taking items from surrounding communities for a small fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DEQ's HHW fact sheet lists the Midwest City Household Pollutant Collection Facility among the state's HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.

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