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Brooklyn Park disposal guide

How to dispose of a propane tank in Brooklyn Park, MN

20-lb BBQ tanks have a free exchange path at most hardware stores + gas stations (Blue Rhino, AmeriGas) — bring in an empty, swap for a full at the propane price. 1-lb camp cylinders + corroded tanks go to HHW. Never trash a tank that may still contain pressure.

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Brooklyn Park basics

County
Hennepin County
Primary ZIPs
55428, 55443, 55444, 55445
Curbside schedule
Brooklyn Park does NOT operate its own curbside collection — residents contract directly with a licensed Hennepin County hauler. Pickup day varies by hauler and address. Most provide weekly garbage, every-other-week recycling, and seasonal yard-waste pickup April-November.
Bulk pickup
Bulk pickup is arranged through your individual hauler, not the city. Most Brooklyn Park haulers include 1-2 bulk items per year free; additional items $15-40 each. Call your hauler directly or use ClearPath's pickup booking flow.

Where to dispose of a propane tank near Brooklyn Park

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    Tank exchange (20-lb BBQ tanks)

    Home Depot, Lowe's, Menards, Cub Foods, and most gas stations operate exchange cages. Bring an empty or low tank, pay the propane price, swap for a full. The exchange handles dispositioning of corroded or out-of-date tanks.

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    Hennepin or Ramsey County HHW

    1-lb green Coleman cylinders + corroded BBQ tanks both accepted at county HHW. Never trash camping cylinders — US DOT prohibits re-filling them, and any residual gas can cause a truck fire.

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    Refillable 1-lb tanks

    Newer 1-lb cylinders ARE re-fillable (Flame King, Manchester). Look for the green threaded valve and a DOT marking. Refill at a propane dealer (~$1) instead of disposing.

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