How to dispose of a propane tank in Plymouth, 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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Plymouth basics
- County
- Hennepin County
- Primary ZIPs
- 55441, 55442, 55446, 55447
- Curbside schedule
- Schedule depends on your chosen hauler. Most haulers offer weekly garbage and every-other-week recycling. Yard waste April-November. Find your hauler list at plymouthmn.gov.
- Bulk pickup
- Each licensed hauler in Plymouth sets its own bulk-pickup policy and fees (typical $25-50 per item). Schedule directly with your hauler. Plymouth does not run a city-wide bulk program.
Where to dispose of a propane tank near Plymouth
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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 The exchange handles dispositioning of corroded or out-of-date tanks.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.
Read the complete propane tank disposal guide
The Plymouth options above are the local cut. For the full breakdown — chemistry, safety prep, federal + state rules, and the longer list of national take-back programs — read the complete guide:
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