Southeast Quadrant Single Sort Recycling

About this project

Otter Tail County has established several guiding principles for solid waste management. One of these is working toward zero landfilling. To continue on this path, Otter Tail County is planning for curbside single sort recycling throughout the County. There are many pieces that need to come together to achieve this goal. The current plan proposes to break the County down into four quadrants and gradually implement single sort recycling service. We have received a $250,000 grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to help pay for costs in the first quadrant (Southeastern Otter Tail County). Collection will be provided by licensed solid waste collection haulers. Licensed Haulers will be required to provide this service only in the highest density areas.

Anticipated project schedule

Service Area

The Single Sort Recycling Implementation Plan states:

“Curbside Single Sort Collection is most cost effective in high density populated areas. The County requires services to be offered in cities with populations of 500 or more; and on lakefront property for the most densely populated lakes.”

The map below details the coverage area for the southeast quadrant. Recycling service will be available for residents of the cities of Battle Lake, Henning, and Parkers Prairie. Service will also be available to lakefront properties located on the following lakes: Blanche, Clitherall, Eagle, East Battle, East Leaf, Middle Leaf, Stuart, West Battle, West Leaf, and Silver.

Those located in the southeast quadrant but not in a service area can inquire about the possibility of receiving single sort recycling by calling a licensed hauler in their area. Please note, haulers are only required to provide recycling services to those in the designated service area; however, some may extend services beyond what is outlined above.