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Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
What is HHW?
Household Hazardous Waste materials can hurt the environment and damage the health of humans and animals if not disposed of properly.
| Examples of Materials Accepted at Cabarrus County Household Hazardous Waste Facility |
Paint
Pesticides
Brake fluid
Antifreeze
Rat poison
Herbicides
Batteries
Gasoline
Solvents
Lacquer
Nail polish |
Kerosene
Moth balls
Degreasers
Spray cans
Metal polish
Pool chemicals
Spot removers
Kitchen cleaners
Oven cleaner
Bathroom cleaners
Fluorescent bulbs |
Polish remover
Paint stripper
Upholstery cleaners
Paint thinner
Drain cleaners
Wood preservative
Furniture polish
Tile cleaners
Mercury thermometers
Powder cleansers
Used motor oil |
| FACILITY CANNOT ACCEPT |
Trash
Ammunition
Explosives
Fireworks
Flares
Fire Extinguishers
Medical waste/drugs
Gas cylinders (except 16 oz propane cylinders)
Smoke detectors (see disposal instructions)
Radioactive materials
Commercial waste
Unknown chemicals |
How to Dispose HHW Properly
The Cabarrus County Household Hazardous Waste Facility will accept household hazardous materials ONLY on the days/times shown below each month.
Hours of Operation for HHW Collection
1st Wednesday of each month from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
3rd Saturday of each month from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
[Note that the HHW Facility ALSO serves as a Recycling Convenience Center for Drop Off Recycling, click here for hours]
Dates for Collection in 2010
| Day |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sept |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Wed |
6 |
3 |
3 |
7 |
5 |
2 |
7 |
4 |
1 |
6 |
3 |
1 |
| Sat |
16 |
20 |
20 |
17 |
15 |
19 |
17 |
21 |
18 |
16 |
20 |
18 |
How to Bring Hazardous Materials to the Facility
- Pack in boxes lined with newspaper to absorb any leaks.
- Leave materials in their original containers and separate different types of waste.
- Never mix materials.
- Wrap glass bottles with newspapers (for padding).
- If not in original container, specify material with marker or masking tape label.
- If container is leaking put in additional container and use cat litter to absorb the spill.
- Don’t transport any material in the same part of your vehicle as passengers or pets.
For Your Safety
- Refrain from smoking at the facility for your safety and the safety of the workers.
- Remain in your vehicle with engine off; workers will unload materials from vehicle.
Where to Dispose HHW
Household Hazardous Waste Facility
246 General Services Drive SW
Concord, NC
24 Hour Information Line : (704) 920–EARTH[3278]
From the intersection of Hwy49 and U.S. 601 head south on Hwy49. Turn right onto General Services Drive – just past Terminal Trucking. The facility is at the end of the road, please follow the traffic signs. Household Hazardous Waste MAP
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