Frequently Asked Questions

Questions are arranged alphabetically by category, then in order of importance. Please contact us if your question does not appear in this list.

  • Question: What is Hazardous Waste?
  • Answer:

    It is any substance that has the potential to injure people, pets or the environment through skin contact or ingestion. Hazardous waste is in your kitchen, basement, garage, shop or greenhouse.

    Examples:

    Oil base paint, thinner, solvents, adhesives, stains, cleaners, furniture stripper, ammonia, pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, poisons, fertilizers, tree sprays, fuel carburetor cleaner, flea powder, lye, turpentine . . .etc.
     
    Many items like these can be taken for granted. But if they are not used properly as instructed on the label, or used completely, they have the potential to cause harm to you, your family, pets, neighbors and our drinking water.

     

  • Question: What do I do with Household Hazardous Waste?
  • Answer:

    The landfill offers a FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection every THIRD Saturday. Just fill out the registration form and mail or fax it back to us. We will make your appointment and send you a reminder.

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  • Question: What do I do with latex paint?
  • Answer:

    Hardened latex paint can be in the regular trash. If the paint is still liquid, add cat litter or sand or sawdust to it to absorb the moisture, then throw it away.

  • Question: How do I dispose of used motor oil or antifreeze?
  • Answer:

    The landfill accepts used motor oil and antifreeze in plastic containers no larger than 5 gallons. You may bring it directly to the landfill during operating hours. There is no charge for disposal.

  • Question: Does the landfill accept tires?
  • Answer:

    The landfill accepts FOUR tires per year per household. If you have more than 4 tires to dispose of please call Enviro Tire - 755-7716 or Greenwood Tire Recovery – 257-7719.

  • Question: I have a junk vehicle I want to get rid of.
  • Answer:

    The Junk Vehicle Department will haul your unwanted junk vehicle away for free. Print out a Junk Vehicle Release Form, fill it out, sign it and mail it to the landfill. We’ll pick it up.

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  • Question: What to do with Commercial Hazardous Waste
  • Answer:

    There will be a Small Business Hazardous Waste Collection Event at the landfill on May 30, 2008.  Pre-registration is required.  Call Veolia Environmental Services @ 1-877-484-0129 ext. 102 for registration and pricing.

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  • Question: What do I do with fluorescent tubes and lamps?
  • Answer:

    Nelson Ace Hardware in Whitefish  in cooperation with Flathead Electric Co-op and Flathead County Solid Waste will be accepting fluorescent tubes and bulbs from May 1, 2008 through the end of the year.  This program is for households only (no commercial).  You may bring thermostats that contain mercury  and up to 7 fluorecent lamps (up to 4 feet long).  Call Nelson Ace Hardware for more information 862-3574.

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