Certain hazardous materials may pose a risk to human health or the environment if placed in regular trash. Prince William County provides a special location at the County Landfill where hazardous waste may be dropped off for recycling and/or special handling.
The list of items identified below should be brought to the Landfill in their original labeled container. Be sure containers are sealed and packaged for safe transport. Accepted Residential materials include:
insecticides
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fertilizers
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swimming pool chemicals
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gasoline
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pesticides
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cleaning fluids/polishes
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oven cleaners
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herbicides
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photography chemicals
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silver cleaners
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paint thinners
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aerosol cans
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paints (latex & oil)
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chemistry kits
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driveway sealers
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rodent controls
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caulks/adhesives
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lacquers
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ant bait/traps
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mineral spirits
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drain cleaners
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propane tanks (less 20lbs)
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pet supplies
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spray paint cans
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varnishes
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automotive parts cleaner
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flammable waxes
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flammable abrasives
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battery acid
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yard care products
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The PWC Landfill accepts used motor oil, used antifreeze, auto batteries and household batteries daily during normal landfill hours. The Compost Facility also accepts used motor oil, used antifreeze and household batteries during normal operating hours.
Call (703) 792-5750 (TTY:711) to discuss other products from home with labels listing special disposal cautions or recommendations.
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED at Solid Waste facilities, include explosives, ammunition, medical waste, unused medication, biological waste, asbestos, radioactive waste or unknown substances and business waste. Most medication maybe disposed of at designated police stations.