DO NOT THROW AWAY IN THE TRASH--this is Hazardous Waste.
State law requires stores to accept your old battery upon the purchase of a new battery.
Automotive batteries can also be taken to the Yolo County Central Landfill Recycling Center for free drop-off daily during normal business hours.
Recycling Options:
Big O Tires 753-7900 1513 5th Street Davis
car batteries
Yolo County Central Landfill (530) 666-8729 CR 28H & 104
Accepts for FREE recycling: electronics, TV and computer monitors, microwaves, cardboard, paper, glass, metal cans, aluminum cans, scrap metal, tin foil, rigid plastics, agricultural plastics, plastic #1-#7, used motor oil, used oil filters, car batteries, alkaline batteriesand rechargeable batteries. A fee may apply for all other materials.
These items are also accepted at the landfill for recycling--fees do apply: toilets, stoves, ovens, freezers, refrigerators, wood, yard waste, dirt, concrete, gravel, sand, asphalt, tires, washing machines and dryers.
Information on local non-profits and businesses who offer recycling/reuse services are provided as a service to the Davis community. If your non-profit or business provides services you may contact us at: pwweb@cityofdavis.org