New Materials. Clearer Signs. More Ways to Recycle Right.
There are some exciting changes at the Rogue Transfer Station Recycle Depot in White City, and we’re proud to be one of the first in Oregon to roll out this expanded service.
As of today, you’ll notice updated signs, new drop-off opportunities, and a smoother layout that makes recycling easier than ever. We’re now accepting more materials that don’t belong in your red-lid cart, but absolutely deserve a second life.
What’s New (and Why It Matters)
Thanks to better access to recycling opportunities across the state of Oregon, we're able to collect more types of recyclable items at the depot.
These include:
- Plastic bags and film (like grocery bags and plastic packaging wrap)
- Plastic lids
- Aluminum foil and foil trays
- Shredded paper (in a paper bag, rolled & stapled shut)
- Rigid plastic package handles (such as 6-pack handles)
- Plastic Buckets and Pails
All materials should be clean, dry, and sorted by type where possible into the appropriate container. For more information on RecycleOn Centers, click here.
Why These New Items Belong Here
Not all recyclables are created equally. Some materials are perfectly recyclable but aren’t well-suited for curbside carts because they should not be mixed with other recyclables – and must be collected on their own.
- Plastic lids, shredded paper, and aluminum foil are too small or lightweight to survive the sorting process when mixed with other materials
- Plastic bags and film tangle in the sorting machinery, and must be handled separately from other recyclables.
By bringing these items to the depot, you help protect the recycling stream and ensure more materials get properly recycled and not landfilled.
What You’ll See at the Depot
- Clearer signage for each material type
- New collection bins for the new list of “hard-to-recycle” items
- A smoother layout that makes drop-offs quicker and easier
We’ve made these changes to support an improved recycling system without adding confusion. It’s all part of our ongoing work to reduce contamination, recover more materials, and keep our local system strong.
Plan Your Next Visit
Rogue Transfer Station - Recycle Depot
8001 Table Rock Road, White City, OR
Open: Monday–Saturday | 7 AM - 5 PM
Thank you for helping us make recycling better in the Rogue Valley one drop-off at a time.
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