Materials considered HHW:
- Used oil
- Fluorescent bulbs (up to 8 ft. long, no more than 10 per customer)
- CFL, compact fluorescent light (no more than 10 per customer)
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Oil-based and latex paints (up to 20 gallons)
- Paint removers
- Mineral spirits
- Solvents
- Brake fluid
- Gasoline (up to 10 gallons)
- Household cleaners (glass, bathroom, kitchen, etc.)
- Antifreeze/coolant (up to 10 gallons)
- Pool chemicals
- Batteries (rechargeable, lithium, computer, cell phone, etc.)
- Auto, marine and motorcycle batteries
- Old ammunition, flares, fireworks (50 caliber maximum)
- Propane and scuba tanks
- Sharps (they must be labeled in a container that is puncture resistant)
Residential Sharps/Needles Disposal Program
Residents can dispose of sharps/needles at the Perdido Landfill Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Please enter landfill facility through weigh station. The staff will provide additional instructions.
Needles/sharps should be placed in a puncture-resistant container such as a heavy-duty detergent bottle, metal container with a screw top or sharps disposal container. Do not use clear plastic or glass.