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How to get rid of used motor oil in Carroll County

Take it to the Resource Recovery Park, Northern Landfill and Recycling Center. There’s no fee. Limit: 5 gallons a week per resident; no drums or businesses.

Resource Recovery Park, Northern Landfill and Recycling Center

Residents and businesses, paying by weight; free recycling for residents

Hours
Monday to Friday7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.

1400 Baltimore Boulevard, Westminster, MD 21157

On MD Route 140, two miles east of MD Route 97

Get directionsCall the center: 410-386-4550

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 26, 2026.

Sources: Carroll County: Solid Waste; Carroll County: Recycling Center at the Northern Landfill; Carroll County: Northern Landfill Disposal & Recycling Rates, Jan. 1, 2026

Rules for used motor oil

Fee
Free
Limit
5 gallons a week per resident; no drums or businesses
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • Antifreeze, hydraulic oil, diesel, kerosene, transmission fluid, and cooking oil too.

Motor oil in other counties and cities

Source: Carroll County: Recycling Center at the Northern Landfill

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