How to get rid of household hazardous waste in Charles County
Take it to the Department of Public Works household hazardous waste day. There’s no fee.
Department of Public Works household hazardous waste day
County residents, first Saturday of each month
| Monday to Friday | Closed |
|---|---|
| First Saturday of the month | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
10430 Audie Lane, La Plata, MD 20646
Rules for household hazardous waste
- Fee
- Free
- Limit
- Not posted. Call ahead.
- Residency
- Charles County residents; no commercial waste
- Only on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; stay in your vehicle until it’s your turn.
- Not taken: ammunition, medical waste, medicines, latex paint, or electronics (those go to a recycling center).
Maryland’s collection days
One-day drop-offs that counties hold for their own residents. Coming up in the counties we cover:
- Fri Nov. 6City of BaltimoreSisson Street household hazardous waste drop-off, Baltimore9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sat Nov. 7City of BaltimoreSisson Street household hazardous waste drop-off, Baltimore9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sat Nov. 7Charles CountyCharles County Department of Public Works, La Plata9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Household hazardous waste in other counties and cities
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