The Materials Recovery Center & the Household Hazardous Waste facility do NOT accept propane tanks for disposal.
Proper Disposal
Different disposal options are available based on tank size.
20-pound tanks (commonly used for barbecue grills and campers)
- Exchange: Area gas stations and big box retailers in the region offer exchange programs. Bring your used tank, pay a fee, and pick up a filled replacement tank.
- Recycle: If you do not want to exchange your current tank for a filled replacement tank, the Blue Rhino exchange program will also accept your tanks for recycling free of charge. Bring your used tank and set next to a Blue Rhino display for recycling or reuse.
Contact your local gas station, hardware store or other retailer regarding their propane exchange and recycling services.
Disposable, small, 1 lb. tanks. Place in the household trash when empty.
Reusable Tanks (any size):
The following retail businesses offer propane tank services including recycling. Call directly to inquire:
Lakes Gas 218-879-4979
Como Oil Propane (Customers Only) 218-722-6666
Amerigas (Customers Only) 218-624-4808
CAUTION
Propane is flammable and can explode. Even if the contents are used up, the cylinder still contains vapors that make it an explosion hazard. For these reasons, do not attempt to remove the valve, take apart the cylinder, or throw cylinders larger than 1 lb in the trash.