Syringe / "sharps"
“Sharps”, including syringes, hypodermic needles, and blades should be disposed of as household hazardous waste at the locations listed below. Improper disposal poses a threat to recycling and trash workers as well as to the environment.
They should NEVER be placed in a recycling bin, even if they are inside a closed, durable container. The presence of sharps or syringes in recycling can cause an entire load of recyclables to be rejected and sent to landfill.
Accepted At:
| Location | Contact Information | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larimer County Household Hazardous Waste Facility |
5887 S. Taft Hill Road (970) 498-5771 |
Other items accepted here | |
| Larimer County Landfill |
5887 S. Taft Hill Rd. (970) 498-5760 |
Syringes and sharps are accepted in the trash at the landfill only if placed in sturdy, hard plastic containers (like laundry detergent containers) and capped tightly. These containers should be clearly labeled as "sharps" or "biohazard waste". Learn more about proper sharps disposal here. |
Other items accepted here |
| Northern Colorado Health Network |
400 Remington St. #100 (970) 484-4469 |
No loaded syringes accepted. Also provides sharps containers. Contact location for details. |
Other items accepted here |
***DISCLAIMER***
The information provided in this tool is compiled as a service to Fort Collins Residents. Contact information has been provided for the listed locations, and it is encouraged that you call ahead to verify the location, materials accepted, and hours of operation. Inclusion in this list is not an endorsement by the City of Fort Collins.
Any recycler wishing to be added to this list may contact recycling@fcgov.com. If you can’t find the answer to your question here, please call us at 970-221-6600