Solid Sewage/Manure Somat/Pulverized Paper Storage Tanks.

Contaminated Soil Radioactive Material Sludge.

Medical Waste Offal/Dead Animals (loose/unbagged) Out-of-State Waste.Hazardous Waste Incinerator Residue Ash.Concrete, Asphalt, rocks, gravel, or other aggregates.Roofing Material (shingles, flat Tar, etc.).Small tree limbs – Tie and place with regular trash.Household trash or garbage – Place in trash can for DPW collection.Construction and Demolition Materials (drywall, insulation, asbestos, sewage spillage & debris).E-cycling (Computers, TV’s, or other electronics taken at HHW event).Books – Place in recycling cart for DPW collection Unacceptable Materials.

Mattresses and box springs (does not have to be wrapped in plastic), bed frames.Major appliances, (refrigerators, washers and dryers, dishwashers, and stoves).Large toys (kiddie pools, playhouses, disassembled swing sets).Air conditioners (drain water and fluids).The Department of Public Works will allow District residents to fill up to five 32-gallon bags (bring your own bags and shovel) of free compost Tuesday - Friday 10A - 2P and Saturday 7A - 2P, at the Fort Totten Transfer Station, 4900 John McCormack Rd NE. Take bulk, trash and recycling items to the Fort Totten Transfer Station, 4900 John McCormack Rd NE. Where to Take Bulk Items Without an Appointment The names on the photo ID and the utility bill or lease/deed must be the same. If you don’t have a DC driver’s license, please have photo ID issued by another state plus a current utilities bill (within the last 30 days) or a copy of your residential lease or deed. *Please be sure to have identification such as a driver’s license with you to prove you are a District resident. In many cases, municipalities will provide incentives, such as discounted waste collection fees, for households that try to recycle.(Businesses MUST use a commercial hauler.) Contact your local waste management authority to find out if there are any local laws requiring you to recycle certain items. Whether or not recycling is mandatory depends on where you live. Contact your local waste management authority to find out where you can safely dispose of these materials. Hazardous materials such as paint, motor oil, and batteries should not be placed in the regular garbage or recycling bin. Alternatively, you can check online resources such as Recycle Now, which offer information about what items can be recycled in your area. You can also look for the “recycling symbol” on the packaging, which indicates that the container can be recycled. How do I know if an item is recyclable?Ĭheck with your local recycling provider to find out what materials they accept. Manual sorting is done by workers who inspect items to make sure they are suitable for recycling. Automated sorting is done through conveyor belts, magnets, optical scanners, and other equipment that can quickly identify different materials. No, recyclables are typically sorted using a combination of automated and manual sorting. Contact your local recycling authority or municipality to find out where you can drop off old computers, cell phones, TVs, and other electronic devices for recycling. Most electronics can be recycled at specialized facilities that have the proper equipment to handle and recycle these materials safely. Many retailers also offer their bag recycling programs. Check with your local store or municipality to see if they offer a program where you can drop off plastic bags for recycling. Most curbside recycling programs do not accept plastic bags because they can jam the sorting machines at recycling centers. However, it’s important to check with your local recycling provider to see what types of materials they accept. Generally, aluminum and steel cans, plastic bottles and containers, cardboard boxes, paper products (newspapers, books, and magazines), glass jars, and bottles can all be recycled. The materials that can be recycled will vary depending on where you live. It is not the official website of East Pasco County Recycling & Transfer Station.Īre you affiliated with East Pasco County Recycling & Transfer Station? Is there information that we can update to keep things accurate? Use this form to request an edit to this page. This page and website is a part of the Wastebits Locator, providing a comprehensive resource of contact information for waste handlers. Frequently Asked Questions Is this the official East Pasco County Recycling & Transfer Station website? Interested in the full list of waste handlers? Try our

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