Propane tanks disposal in Oregon
What Oregon says to do with propane tanks, read off Oregon DEQ's own page on 2026-08-19.
Oregon's recycling rules count single-use propane canisters as pressurized cylinders, which stay out of curbside recycling — the report DEQ posts says residents are to take them to permitted sites such as household hazardous waste facilities or collection events. Read from Oregon DEQ · checked 2026-08-19
Do not put propane tanks in the trash — solid waste equipment can rupture the cylinder and any spark can cause an explosion, and you should never attempt to de-valve your own propane tank (New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services).
Pressurized cylinders remain unacceptable for inclusion in curbside recycling due to their hazards and risks (report posted by Oregon DEQ).
Where to take it
Your county program is listed in Oregon DEQ's county program directory.
The statute Oregon cites is OAR 340-090-0630(1)(k) and (3).
Counties differ — verify with your local program.
All 50 states: How do you dispose of a propane tank? — the federal baseline, what happens to it, and every state's rule with the page it was read from.