What are Hazardous Wastes?

Hazardous Wastes are materials that contain toxic substances. They are flammable, corrosive, highly reactive or poisonous. Many chemicals used around the home, in our cars and in manufacturing are hazardous. Expand the list below for specific examples and links to more information.

• Batteries

  • Non Rechargeable Batteries
  • Rechargeable Batteries
  • Vehicular Batteries
  • Confused? See our Batteries Explained page

• Painting Products

  • Latex Based Paints
  • Oil Based Paints
  • Stains, Finishing Products and Thinners

• Automotive Fluids

  • Motor Oil and Oil Filters
  • Antifreeze
  • Other Automotive Fluids (gasoline, diesel, transmission, brake and steering fluids)

• Fluorescent Lights and Mercury

  • Fluorescent Tubes
  • Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs)
  • Thermometers, Thermostats and other Mercury Containing Devices

• Sharps and Pharmaceutical Waste

  • Syringes (needles), Lancets and other Sharps
  • Medicines
  • Controlled Substances

• Cleaning Products

  • Drain Cleaners, Oven Cleaners, Bleach
  • Floor and Furniture Polish, More

• Pool and Hobby Supplies

  • Pool Supplies
  • Photochemicals
  • Solvents and Adhesives

• Gardening and Farm Supplies

  • Pesticides, Herbicides, and Fertilizers

• Other Hazardous Waste

  • Printer Cartridges
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Aerosol Cans and Propane Tanks
  • Friable Asbestos and Non-Friable Asbestos
  • Treated Wood

Who can use Collection Centers and Events?

Hazardous Waste events and facilities are designed for residents and small businesses. Businesses should review our Businesses with Hazardous Waste page for more details.

Each event and facility is different, so please review the information carefully. Contact the event or facility operator if you have questions.

Do not bring explosives, biohazards, radioactive materials, needles, or controlled substances to Hazardous Waste collection sites or events unless specified.

What if I need wastes picked up? What if I have a lot of hazardous waste?

If you have these items or large amounts of hazardous waste or need collection see the list of full service Hazardous Waste Haulers.

Where are the County run Hazardous Waste Centers?

A complete list of County run facilities, including the Hazardous Waste Collection Centers, can be found our our County Facilities Page.

Complete List of Pages in Hazardous Waste.

Every page in the Hazardous Waste section is listed below. Either look through it to find what you are looking for or use the search bar.