Henry County residents now have a new way to safely dispose of rechargeable batteries.
Officials say rechargeable batteries are now being accepted at the Des Moines County Area Recyclers recycling drop-off location at 1000 West Washington Street here in Mount Pleasant. The site is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and residents are encouraged to bring their batteries along with their regular recycling.
In addition to the main location, rechargeable batteries can also be dropped off at mobile recycling sites.
The mobile unit visits New London every Wednesday from 8:15 to 11:30 a.m. at the town square, and Danville on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. in front of City Hall.
In Winfield, the mobile site is available Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., also in front of City Hall.
These expanded options make it easier for residents across the county to properly and safely dispose of rechargeable batteries.
Improperly disposing of lithium and rechargeable batteries can be dangerous. When thrown in the trash or standard recycling, these batteries can become damaged and spark fires in garbage trucks or at waste facilities, putting workers and equipment at risk.
To see the schedule for the different drop off locations, visit KILJ.com under the news tab or our community calendar.
Rechargeable Battery Drop-Off Locations & Times
Main Drop-Off Site
📍 1000 W. Washington Street
🕒 Wednesdays & Fridays | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Mobile Recycling Locations
New London (Town Square)
🗓️ Wednesdays | 8:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Danville (City Hall)
🗓️ Wednesdays | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Winfield (City Hall)
🗓️ Thursdays | 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM