Tire Recycling Events
The City of Elk Grove makes it easy for residents to properly dispose of old or unwanted tires. Each month, for one full week, the City hosts waste tire collection events at the Recycling area, located at 9255 Disposal Lane.
Residents from anywhere in Sacramento County are welcome to participate.
This program helps reduce illegal dumping, protects the environment, and keeps neighborhoods clean.
Upcoming Tire Collection Events
9255 Disposal Lane, 9:00am to 4:00pm
- January 10-14, 2026
- February 7-11, 2026
- March 7-11, 2026
- April 11-15, 2026
- May 9-13, 2026
- June 13-17, 2026
- July 11-15, 2026
- August 8-12, 2026
- September 12-16, 2026
- October 10-14, 2026
- November 14-18, 2026
- December 12-16, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee to dispose?
No fee to dispose.
Where are your tire collection events held?
At 9255 Disposal Lane in the Recycle Area of our Special Waste Collection Center which is located off Survey Rd and Grant Line Rd.
What days and times can I drop off tires?
Saturday through Wednesday 9:00am to 3:00pm during a scheduled tire collection event.
How many tires can I bring at once?
Residents can bring up to 9 tires per collection event.
What if I have more than 9 tires? How do I get rid of more than 9 tires?
Because this is a grant-funded program, it is limited to 9 tires, or 20 with an appropriate written authorization from the LEA (Local Enforcement Agency). Additional tires can be dropped off at a future event or can be disposed at a landfill.
What type of tires are accepted?
The following waste tires will be accepted:
- Passenger (automobile)
- Motorcycle tires
- Truck "over-the-road" tires
- Bicycle tires
- Excluding large agricultural tractor type tires
Do you accept tires with rims?
Yes, tires with rims are accepted.
I’m a small business that repairs passenger vehicle tires, can I bring our waste tires for proper recycling?
No. Tire collection events are funded by a grant. The grant guidelines specifically indicate that tires will not be accepted from tire businesses. Waste tires will not be accepted if transported in a company/contractor vehicle.