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Buy Used Metal Drums in Clarksdale, MS

41 listings · Available Listings near Clarksdale, MS

41 Metal Drums listings within 500 miles of Clarksdale, MS. Prices range from $1.20 to $15.00 per unit.

About Clarksdale

Clarksdale Supplier & Recycler of Used Metal Drums

Get Cheap Metal Drums in Clarksdale, MS - Save Money on Storage Solutions

What you'll get from this guide: Find the best places to buy used 55-gallon metal drums in Clarksdale for just $7 each. You'll save hundreds compared to buying new drums.

Why Buy Used Metal Drums?

You need storage containers but don't want to spend $50-80 on new drums. Used drums work just as well for most jobs. Here's what you save:

  • New drum cost: $50-80 each

  • Used drum cost: $7 each

  • Your savings: $43-73 per drum

Where to Buy in Clarksdale

RePackify - Your Main Option

  • Location: Clarksdale, MS 38614

  • Price: $7 per drum

  • Stock: 95 drums available now

  • Condition: Used, sold as-is

  • Contact: Get quotes through their website

How to order:

Visit their website

Fill out quote request form

Arrange pickup or shipping

Pay when you pick up

What to Think About Before Buying

Drum Types - Pick What You Need:

  • Open-head drums: You can remove the lid (good for solid materials)

  • Tight-head drums: Sealed top with small openings (good for liquids)

Condition Questions to Ask:

  • What was stored in the drum before?

  • Are there any dents or rust spots?

  • Does it need cleaning?

Legal Stuff:

  • Need to transport dangerous materials? Ask if drums meet DOT/UN rules

  • Most used drums work fine for water, grain, or general storage

Shipping Costs:

  • Pickup saves money

  • Freight shipping adds to your total cost

  • Ask for shipping quotes before deciding

Your Next Steps

Step 1: Figure out what you need

  • How many drums?

  • Open-head or tight-head?

  • What will you store in them?

Step 2: Get quotes

  • Contact RePackify first (they're in Clarksdale)

  • Compare with Brandon and Horn Lake if needed

Step 3: Check the drums

  • Look at them in person if possible

  • Make sure they're strong enough for your needs

Step 4: Arrange pickup or delivery

  • Pickup is cheapest

  • Get shipping quotes if you need delivery

Real Example

Let's say you need 10 drums for rainwater collection:

  • 10 used drums at $7 each = $70

  • 10 new drums at $60 each = $600

  • You save $530

That's enough savings to buy a good pump system for your water collection setup.

Bottom Line

Used metal drums in Clarksdale cost $7 each through RePackify. You'll save over $40 per drum compared to buying new. Start with RePackify since they're local, then check other nearby suppliers if you need more drums than they have in stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are standard 55-gallon drum dimensions?

A closed-head 55-gallon steel drum is 22.5" in diameter and 33.5" tall and weighs 38 to 48 lbs empty; the open-head version is about 34.75" tall because of the bolt ring and weighs 45 to 55 lbs. A 30-gallon drum is 19" x 28.5" (22 to 30 lbs) and a 16-gallon drum 15" x 26.5" (15 to 20 lbs). The 85-gallon overpack, 27" x 39", is for containing a damaged drum.

What is the difference between open-head and tight-head drums?

A tight-head drum has a sealed top with 2" and 3/4" bungs and is for liquids. An open-head drum has a removable lid held by a bolt ring or lever lock and is for solids, pastes, and anything you scoop out. Lined drums add an epoxy or phenolic interior for corrosive or food-grade contents.

What is a reconditioned drum?

A reconditioned drum has been professionally cleaned, tested, and certified for reuse, and is the grade to buy when the drum will hold product again, provided the new contents are compatible with what it held before and any hazmat use has a valid UN marking from a DOT-certified reconditioner. Used drums are sold as-is, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them, and suit non-critical storage. Damaged drums are sold for scrap value only; grade says nothing about head type, so check the 33.5" closed-head or 34.75" open-head height separately.

Can a used steel drum hold food or drinking water?

Only a lined, reconditioned drum that was previously food-grade and that the reconditioner certifies for food or potable use; the grade alone is not enough. An unlined drum that held oil, solvents, or chemicals cannot be made food-safe by cleaning. Listings state the last contents when the seller knows them, so filter by prior contents before buying a 55-gallon drum for potable use.

How many drums fit on a truck?

Empty 55-gallon drums: a 53-foot dry van carries 104 single-tier on 26 drum pallets of 4, 208 double-stacked, or 200 or more loose and tight-packed. Filled with water, weight governs: about 84 drums on 21 pallets reach the 45,000-lb payload. An 85-gallon overpack is 27" across, so only 2 fit on a 48" drum pallet.