Curbside GuideHow to get rid of batteries in Aberdeen, SD
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Batteries aren't allowed in City of Aberdeen garbage. Take them to the Brown County Landfill, which accepts them.
- Household Not in City trash
- Lithium-ion Same rule: keep them out of the…
- Car battery The Brown County Landfill accep…
- Drop-off Brown County Landfill, 13225 37…
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- Not in City trash. The City's Solid Waste page lists batteries as prohibited.
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Same rule: keep them out of the trash and take them to the Brown County Landfill.
- Car (lead-acid)
- The Brown County Landfill accepts batteries and motor oil. Call 605-202-2975 for details.
- Fire safety / packing
- Ask the landfill how it wants batteries packed.
- Drop-off
- Brown County Landfill, 13225 379th Ave. Mon–Fri 8–5, Sat 8:30–5.
- Tip
- The City's page gives 605-202-2975 for landfill questions. The County's landfill page lists (605) 626-4019.
Official source: www.aberdeen.sd.us · www.brown.sd.us
Helpful supplies
- Electrical terminal tape — Covering battery terminals helps keep loose batteries from sparking while you store or carry them to a drop-off.
- Battery storage case — Keeps used batteries sorted and separated until your next drop-off trip.
- Fireproof lithium battery bag — Holds lithium-ion and power-tool batteries safely while you wait for a drop-off day.
- Car battery carrier strap — Makes a heavy lead-acid battery easier to carry and keeps it upright.
- Acid-resistant gloves — Protects your hands when handling a car battery.
General tips from official sources
- To prevent fires from lithium-ion batteries, tape battery terminals and/or place batteries in separate plastic bags, and never put them in household garbage or recycling bins. (www.epa.gov)
- Batteries can have enough energy to injure or start fires even when used and when they appear to be discharged. (www.epa.gov)
- Lead-acid (car) batteries may contain up to 18 pounds of lead and about a gallon of corrosive sulfuric acid. Return them to a battery retailer or a household hazardous waste collection program. (www.epa.gov)
- Removable rechargeable batteries can go to specialized battery recyclers, participating retailers that offer battery take-back, or local household hazardous waste programs. (www.epa.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of batteries in Aberdeen?
Batteries aren't allowed in City of Aberdeen garbage. Take them to the Brown County Landfill, which accepts them.
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Aberdeen?
Not in City trash. The City's Solid Waste page lists batteries as prohibited.
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Aberdeen?
Same rule: keep them out of the trash and take them to the Brown County Landfill.
How do I get rid of a car battery in Aberdeen?
The Brown County Landfill accepts batteries and motor oil. Call 605-202-2975 for details.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Ask the landfill how it wants batteries packed.
Where can I drop off batteries in Aberdeen?
Brown County Landfill, 13225 379th Ave. Mon–Fri 8–5, Sat 8:30–5.