Never Place Tanks in the Trash or Recycling

Propane tanks and gas cylinders should never be placed in household trash, dumpsters or recycling bins. Propane tanks, even when they appear empty, can still hold residual gas and rupture or explode, creating a hazard for waste facilities and workers.

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Free Drop-Off for Ramsey and Washington County Residents

Residents of Ramsey and Washington counties can drop off unwanted propane tanks for free at the county environmental centers listed below:

1700 Kent St., Roseville, MN 55113

Hours:
Tuesday-Friday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m
Sunday-Monday: Closed

6065 Headwaters Pkwy., Forest Lake, MN 55025

Hours:
Monday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

4039 Cottage Grove Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129

Hours:
Tuesday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Note: County environmental centers will accept propane tanks up to 100lbs. 

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