Household Hazardous Waste

Safely disposing of household hazardous waste—like pesticides, batteries, electronics, and more—not only protects our environment but also reduces risks to community health. This program ensures hazardous materials are properly managed and kept out of landfills, waterways, and natural habitats.

The event is made possible through partnerships, dedicated volunteers, and contributions from the community members who attend. Every donation and volunteer effort strengthens our ability to run a successful collection day each year, helping keep our local resources clean and safe.

Interested in helping out? Volunteers play an essential role, assisting with unloading items, guiding traffic, collecting donations, and organizing materials to keep the day running smoothly. If you’d like to join our efforts, we’d love to have you on the team—click here to get involved and make a difference.

Household Hazardous Waste Day

3rd Saturday in August

9:00 am to 1:00 pm

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 FAQs

  • This program is available to Mason County residents only. There is a Lake County HHW cleanup event in early August that we encourage Lake County residents to participate in. Materials will not be accepted from businesses, except for pesticides, which are accepted from all users through the Clean Sweep Program

  • Small appliances such as microwaves, small refrigerators, dehumidifiers, and window air conditioners are accepted. There is a $10 fee for items containing Freon. We do not accept any large appliances including full-size refrigerators, stoves, and freezers

  • TVs, DVD and CD players, VCRs, radios, phones, gaming systems, answering machines, fax machines, etc. Computers and computer accessories are also accepted including desktop and laptops, keyboards, modems, printers, scanners, and speakers

  • Pre registration is required for amounts exceeding 200 pounds. Please call us ahead of time at: 231-757-3707 ext 5

  • This event is designed for residential household waste only. However, businesses that generate hazardous waste, such as agriculture-related pesticides, may be eligible for disposal through this program. Please contact us for further information and eligibility

  • No. Please drop off hazardous waste at the collection site only during the scheduled hours. This is an annual event held the 3rd Saturday of August

  • Donations are crucial to help cover the $70,000 it takes to host the event in three counties. Suggested minimum donation of $15 is appreciated!

  • Motor Oil: AutoZone, Advanced Auto Parts, Watson Chrysler, and Walmart Service Center.

    Antifreeze, Transmission Fluid: Advanced Auto Parts, Watson Chrysler, and Walmart Service Center.

    Prescription Medications: Mason and Lake County Sheriff’s Offices, Ludington Police Dept., Scottville Police Dept., Pattie Drug, Baldwin Family Practice Pharmacy, Ludington Meijer Pharmacy, Ludington Walgreens Pharmacy. The Mason Co. Health Dept. hosts medication drop-off events 2x a year at the Ludington Fairgrounds (date tbd).

    Sharps: Mason Co. Health Department Electronics: Padnos Ludington Recycling Center

  • Latex paint isn’t considered hazardous waste. To dispose of it, let it dry by removing the lid or adding materials like sawdust or cat litter. Once dried, it can go in your regular trash or be donated to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity

    • Ammunition

    • Explosives

    • Household trash

    • Infectious medical waste

    • Large appliances

    • Latex paint

    • Radioactive materials

    • Styrofoam

    • Tires

    • Waste from spills