The Cass County Solid Waste Management District (CCSWMD) was created as a result of House Bill 1240 which was made into law in 1991. The bill mandated goals for reducing the flow of solid waste into Indiana's landfills by 35% by January 1, 1996, and 50% by January 1, 2001.
Bin Pull Monthly Schedule: January - December Bin Pull Schedule
- Roll Off Bin Locations
Roll Off Bin Locations
- Cass County Solid Waste - 15 Biddle St Logansport IN
- Pioneer Elementary School - 109 E Black Ln Royal Center IN
- Galveston Wastewater Plant - 129 North Maple St Galveston IN
- Walton Christian Church - West Bishop St Walton IN
- Industrial Park - 350 S And 50E Logansport IN
- Moss Fertilizer - Off State Road 16 Twelve Mile IN
What can be placed in the bins?
PLASTICS: #1 through #9
Any type of plastic container with a recycling logo numbered 1-7. Some examples include: bottles that once held food, condiments, juice, milk, shampoo, detergent, etc., food containers, and flexible packaging such as toilet paper and paper towel wrappers. Also, please remove all lids from the material for proper processing.
ALUMINUM/TIN
Any type of metal that once held food or beverage, i.e. vegetable cans, lids, uncontaminated foil, cans, etc.
GLASS
Any type of glass container (jar) that once held food or beverage. Items that CANNOT be recycled are: ceramics, drinking glasses, mirrors, vases, Pyrex, kitchen or ovenware, and window glass. You can throw those items away in your regular trash stream.
PAPER
Copy paper, computer paper, circulars (flyers, advertisements), magazines, catalogs, newspaper, telephone books, construction paper, cardboard, paperboard, shredded paper, cereal boxes (frozen food boxes), and envelopes. Please make sure these items are not contaminated.
OTHER ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED IN BINS
Including but not limited to: Styrofoam, electronics, appliances, spray cans, wood, rubber, fabrics, chemicals/paint containers, toys, tires. Contact the District for proper disposal.
- Tire Disposal During April-July And October-November
Tire Disposal During April-July And October-November
Tire Collection Program
In order to better serve the residents of Cass County, the CCRD Board approved a tire program in 2013. The program runs from mid April through July. Residents can drop off tires for recycling. The board has approved accepting tires between April-July and October-November. This is much more convenient than a single day program. Here is an outline of how the program works:
The CCSWMD will accept tires from Cass County Residents and farmers only, no businesses, by appointment.
The fees are as follows: FREE
- Electronics Collection
Electronics Collection
The Cass County Recycling District has partnered with Great Wave Electronics to offer area residents a electronic collection program five days a week. If you have an item to recycle, contact the district office (574-732-9253) our warehouse is located at 15 Biddle St (Downtown). Here is an example list of accepted items:
- Telephone systems
- Cellular phones
- PCs (personal computers)
- Laptops/Notebooks
- Dehumidifiers
- Desktop Computers/CPUs
- CRT Monitors (no bare CRT tubes)
- Mainframe computers
- Scanners
- Printers
- Fax machines
- Back-up power supplies systems
- Photocopiers
- Toner cartridges
- Microwaves
- CDs/DVDs/Blue Rays
- Floppy disks/Thumb Drives
- Electronic motors
- Televisions
- Integrated Circuits (IC)
- Computer mice
- Microphones
- Computer Keyboards
- VCR/DVD/CD Players
- Games Systems (Xbox, Nintendo, Playstation, etc.)
- Power Supplies
- Surge Protectors
- Computer boards
- Copiers
- Cash Registers
- Satellite Components
No large appliances accepted, i.e. Refrigerators, stove/ovens, freezers, etc.
While the electronics recycling program is offered free of charge to Cass County residents, donations are accepted.
- Battery Collection
Battery Collection
The Cass County Recycling District accepts batteries from area residents for recycling. Small quantities can be dropped off by appointment at the district office located at 15 Biddle St. This program is for Cass County residents only and not for businesses.
We accept any and all batteries, except Alkaline, at our office. As the batteries expire, you can collect them in mass and there is no need to separate them by type. You can also bring in laptop and rechargeable batteries, hearing aid and cellphone batteries. Alkaline batteries are safe to throw away in your regular trash due to the non-hazardous nature of the chemical. Other types of batteries are harmful in the landfill because of the toxicity inside of them. Most of them contain NiCad, Lithium, and Lead Acid.
- Light Bulb Collection
Light Bulb Collection
Fluorescent bulb (tubes) disposal still exists for Cass County residents and businesses. Residents can bring their bulbs to the office. This service is free for residents and there is an applied fee schedule for local businesses.
Accepted bulbs:
fluorescent, incandescent, CFL, U-tubes, halogen, HID, LED, metal halide, floods, circular.
- Medicine Collection
Medicine Collection
The Cass County Recycling District Board approved the purchase of a MedReturn unit. It is placed at the Logansport Police Department. Area residents can drop off old or expired prescription and non-prescription medications five days a week between 8am-4pm. The Board also approved the purchase of two additional units. One is located at the Galveston Police Department and the other is in Royal Center Town Hall. The one in Galveston can be used from 8am-12pm, Monday-Friday and some Saturdays. The one in Royal Center is open from 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm, Monday-Friday. There is no charge for this service. Sharps and inhalers are not accepted.
- Household Hazardous Waste Day
Household Hazardous Waste Day
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
The Distict's annual HHW Day event will be held on Saturday, October 4th at Logansport High School from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The service is FREE for Cass County residents. Donations are appreciated. Items accepted are, but not limited to:
Oil based paints/stains, flammable liquids (gas, /paint thinner/etc), insecticides, pesticides, corrosives, flammable solids, putty, adhesives, household cleaners, oxidizing solids (pool chemicals), fire extinguishers, stains and varnishes, driveway sealer, acids and bases, household cleaners, oil, oil filters, automotive fluids, fluorescent and mercury-containing bulbs, antifreeze, prescription and over-the-counter medicines (non-controlled), sharps (needles and lancets should be contained and labeled) aerosols, small (1 lb) propane tanks, non-hazardous material (soaps, lotions, etc).
Items NOT accepted are:
Electronics, asbestos, lab chemicals, explosives, ammunitions, infectious waste, radioactive material, large propane tanks, and latex paint. Latex based paint can be dried out and put in your regular trash as it is non-toxic.
If you have further questions about what you can bring, feel free to call the office. I'll be happy to answer any of your questions.
Residents in line at noon will still be accepted. Please note that we will not take any items from businesses or industry. We would appreciate your donations at the site.
- Yard Waste
Yard Waste
About 20 years ago, the Cass County Recycling District provided funding for the City of Logansport to purchase a Tub Grinder, which is used to create mulch. The mulch is available to the public. The CCSWMD annually funds operation and maintenance costs of the program.
The Logansport Department of Public Works will pick up yard debris, including leaves, grass, and small trimmings. It must be placed in a 2-ply, biodegradable, 30-gallon bag that may be purchased at several local stores. Yard waste is picked up by Logansport Street Dept. Yard waste will not be picked up if it is placed in a plastic bag. Yard waste collection is from April 1st -November 30th and is on a call-in basis at all other times.
Non-city residents may deliver their yard waste to the compost site by making an appointment with the Department of Public Works. - FAQ
FAQ
Q - I need a replacement recycling bin for my home. What can I do ?
A - Logansport residents who need to replace a recycling container should contact the Department of Public Works at (574) 753-4610. All other area residents who have a recycling bin that needs to be replaced should contact their trash vendor.
Q - I am going to be doing a roofing project that requires a roll off container for material. Who can I call?
A - Republic Services/Wabash Valley: 800-989-2539 or Waste Management: 888-253-5660.
Q - I need to get some information, including fees, concerning the Oak Ridge Landfill. How can I reach them?
A - (574) 398-6005 or (574) 722-5771.
Q - Is glass recyclable?
A - The simple answer in this area is not really. Essentially any glass that has had a food product in it can be recycled and can be placed in a recycling container. Other glass, including windows and shower doors, has additives in it and can't be recycled at our facility.
Q - I have an old television I need to dispose of. Can you help me?
A - Yes. The Cass County Solid Waste Management District offers five day a week electronic collection for area residents. You must first contact the district office at (574) 732-9253 to make an appointment. We are located at 518 High St. (Downtown). We will not pick up electronics. They must be delivered after making an appointment.
Q - How can I properly dispose of tires?
A - In the past, the district has hosted a tire amnesty day. In 2013, the Solid Waste District Board voted to take tires from area residents five days a week; by appointment. That ran from mid April until the beginning of August. We are planning on bringing back the program next year as well. If you need to dispose of tires before then, you can contact a local dealer or the vendor we use; Leffler Tire in Peru.
Q - I have some old paint. How can I get rid of it?
A - A lot of the paint that is used by area residents is Latex, which is water based. If you are unable to give it to someone else to use, you can dry it out and leave the lid off, and dispose of it with your regular trash. Kitty litter will help dry it out. Oil based paint needs to be taken to our HHW Day, which is in October.
Q - Where are the roll off recycling containers in Cass County?
A - 15 Biddle St, Pioneer Elementary in Royal Center, behind the Christian Church in Walton, the wastewater plant in Galveston, and at 350s/50E behind the Industrial Park, and in Twelve Mile at the moss fertilizer.
Q - What can I put in a Logansport recycling container or in a roll off bin?
A - Paper, cardboard, plastics (number 1-7), glass bottles and jars, aluminum and tin cans. Window glass, kitchen ware are not acceptable. Please break down all boxes.
Q - What can I do with motor oil?
A - It can be taken to our HHW Day in October.