Curbside GuideHow to get rid of batteries in Oklahoma City, OK
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Take batteries to OKC's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, 1621 S. Portland Ave. It's free for OKC residents with a City water bill. Batteries aren't accepted in bulky waste.
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- Drop-off HHW Collection Center, 1621 S
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- Alkaline batteries are on the HHW Center's accepted list.
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Lithium-ion, lithium primary, lithium polymer, NiCd, NiMH, button cells and vape batteries are all accepted at the HHW Center.
- Car (lead-acid)
- Automotive, motorcycle and lead-acid batteries go to the HHW Center too.
- Fire safety / packing
- Keep products in their original packages and don't combine them.
- Drop-off
- HHW Collection Center, 1621 S. Portland Ave., Oklahoma City 73108. Tue to Fri 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. (405) 682-7038.
- Tip
- Bring your current City water bill as proof of residency. Some nearby towns' residents can use it but may be charged through their city.
Official source: www.okc.gov · www.okc.gov
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Data: City of Oklahoma City / OCWUT (Trash, Recycle & Bulky Waste Zones), as of 2026-10-22. Official schedule page
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 OKC?
Take batteries to OKC's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, 1621 S. Portland Ave. It's free for OKC residents with a City water bill. Batteries aren't accepted in bulky waste.
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in OKC?
Alkaline batteries are on the HHW Center's accepted list.
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in OKC?
Lithium-ion, lithium primary, lithium polymer, NiCd, NiMH, button cells and vape batteries are all accepted at the HHW Center.
How do I get rid of a car battery in OKC?
Automotive, motorcycle and lead-acid batteries go to the HHW Center too.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Keep products in their original packages and don't combine them.
Where can I drop off batteries in OKC?
HHW Collection Center, 1621 S. Portland Ave., Oklahoma City 73108. Tue to Fri 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. (405) 682-7038.