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Kittitas (pronounced 'KITT-i-tass') County is located in central Washington State. It spans from the lush forested Cascade Mountains to the upper Yakima River Valley plains and the Columbia River.
We believe that proper usage, safe storage, and correct disposal of household chemicals is crucial if we are to protect our health and the investments we've made in our land and water resources.
Household Hazardous Waste can be identified by reading the label. Any products labeled with any of the following words is considered hazardous:
You can take preventative measures to reduce the amount of household hazardous waste you produce by adhering to the following guidelines:
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Latex paint can be easily dry out and disposed of, remove the lid and let the paint dry out in the can. Mix latex paint with an equal amount of cat litter or dry sweep. Stir in completely and let the paint dry. It takes about 10 minutes to harden. Add more if the paint is soft or runny after 10 minutes. Repeat until the material is very thick. Sawdust, dirt, and shredded paper may also be use. If there is not enough room in the paint can to stir in enough adsorbent to dry it all out, pour off paint into any plastic or metal container that is large enough to hold the material. Once the paint is dry, it can go with your regular trash. Paint cans must have the lids off, so everyone knows it is dried out.
In Kittitas County, there are Moderate Risk Waste Recycling facilities for:
Waste oil may be recycled at one of the self-serve recycling tanks at Cle Elum Transfer Station or Solid Waste Programs. The location is listed below.
Vehicle batteries and antifreeze may be recycled at one of these locations:
Household hazardous wastes can be recycled and disposed of at the new Kittitas County Moderate Risk Waste Facility located at 925 Industrial Way, by appointment only.
Solid Waste Programs and Kittitas County are pleased to offer this service to the residents of Kittitas County at no charge. The service is paid for, in part, through funding from Kittitas County Solid Waste Programs and grants from the Department of Ecology.
These laws and rules are for your safety, and the safety of our staff.
For questions or an appointment, call 962-7577.
Kittitas County Moderate Risk Waste Facility (MRWF) offers an opportunity for local businesses to dispose of their hazardous wastes for a fee to cover disposal cost. This opportunity is offered to pre-registered businesses that generate less than 220 pounds per month or batch of dangerous waste, or less than 2.2 pounds of acutely hazardous waste; and accumulate less than 2,200 pounds of dangerous waste per batch. These businesses are referred to as Small Quantity Generators. Hazardous wastes generated from Regulated Businesses (businesses that exceed the above definition) cannot be accepted.
You will be unloaded and on your way in approximately 15 minutes.
For questions pertaining to hazardous waste, contact the Kittitas County Solid Waste Specialist at (509) 962-7577.