Propane tanks disposal in Rhode Island
What Rhode Island says to do with propane tanks, read off Rhode Island DEM's own page on 2026-08-19.
Rhode Island DEM counts propane tanks as household hazardous waste that must not be thrown in with your trash — the free Eco-Depot collections take propane tanks, empty or full, no larger than a 20-pound tank. Read from Rhode Island DEM · 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).
Household hazardous waste — including propane tanks — must NOT be thrown in with your trash, and never mix hazardous wastes (Rhode Island DEM).
Where to take it
Sites are listed in the Eco-Depot (RI Resource Recovery Corporation household hazardous waste program) drop-off site finder.
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.