What Happens to Our Recycling
Summit County Resource Allocation Park (SCRAP)
The SCRAP is the home of two Materials Recovery Facilities (MRF) where all recyclables collected in the county get organized and shipped. It is also home to the landfill and the High Country Compost facility.
General Info
639 Landfill Rd. Dillon CO 80435 Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m. – noon
Recycling
ll recyclables collected at the free Summit County recycling centers or picked up by local recycling companies are taken to the MRFs at the SCRAP. Materials recycled at the drop-off centers are sorted, baled, and sold directly to end users. Single stream goes to the SCRAP for initial processing and is then transported to a high-tech facility in Denver for further sorting and sale. By following local recycling guidelines, you ensure the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the process.
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The Landfill
Everything we throw into a trash can in Summit County ends up in the landfill. It is a common misconception that materials in landfills break down. Before you throw it into the garbage, make sure your waste cannot be composted or recycled. By keeping waste out of the landfill, we are able to extend its life and keep our pristine mountain environment clean.
High Country Compost
The High Country Compost facility is where food scraps from homes, schools, and businesses are transported and transformed into High Country Compost. This compost (perfect for boosting your garden, house plants, or yard) is available to purchase.
