Types of Waste Accepted

The Riley County HHW facility can accept hazardous waste from all households and farmers living in Riley County.

Hazardous wastes fall into one of four categories: flammable, corrosive, toxic or reactive.

The following are examples of the types of waste that you may bring to the HHW facility for disposal or recycling:

• Paints of all kinds including both latex and oil base
• All pesticides including herbicides and insecticides
• Lacquers, thinners, stains, paint removers and adhesives
• Used motor oil and oil filters
• Household cleaners
• Spot and stain removers
• Fertilizers
• Waxes and polishes
• All batteries including household and car batteries
• Gas, solvents and antifreeze
• Miscellaneous: roofing tar, sealers, photo chemicals, pool chemicals, mercury and smoke detectors