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Appliances
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Appliances are accepted at all facilities. Unusually bulky or large items should be brought to the Central Landfill. Refrigerators will be charged an additional fee of $20.00 for Freon removal.
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Antifreeze
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Antifreeze can be taken to the Central Landfill and all transfer sites. You are allowed 1 gallon free, each additional gallon will be charged at $4.00/gallon.
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Animal Feces
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Large animal fecal waste will only be accepted at Central Landfill. Small quantities from small animals are accepted at all transfer sites, but must be double-bagged and tied. Large quantities of dog lot waste is only accepted at the Central Landfill.
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Animal Carcasses
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Large animal carcasses are only accepted at Central Landfill. Small animals are accepted at the Central Landfill and all transfer sites, but must be bagged.
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Ammunition and Explosives
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These materials are not accepted at any of the facilities. Contact the Alaska State Troopers for disposal assistance at (907) 745-2131.
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Asbestos Waste
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Asbestos is regulated and has detailed handling and disposal requirements. Materials are only accepted at the Central Landfill. For additional information contact the landfill at (907) 745-9838.
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Asphalt
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Asphalt is only accepted at Central Landfill. For additional information contact the landfill at (907) 745-9838.
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Automobiles
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Automobiles are only accepted at the Central Landfill with prior approval . Contact (907) 746-2823 for information and approval forms.
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Automobile Parts/Motors
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Automobile motors are accepted along with other automotive parts. In both cases all fluids must have been drained.
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Batteries (car)
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Bins are maintained at Central Landfill and all transfer sites for collection of batteries. Households may drop off batteries for no charge.
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Brush
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Pickup size loads of brush are accepted at all sites. Brush must be cut into eight feet lengths. No logs, stumps, or root balls. Brush must be separate from any other trash, leaves, or grass. Accepted at no charge from May 1st through October 1st .
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Burn Barrel Ash
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Place in designated area of landfill or in transfer facility bulky bin (small quantities only). Ash must be cold.
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Commercial Solid Waste
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Wastes generated at a place of business is considered commercial waste. Typical commercial wastes include packing materials, office paper, lunchroom waste, etc. Chemicals and other similar items should be determined whether they are considered hazardous prior to disposal. If hazardous, the items may be handled through Hazardous Waste Collection at the Central Landfill. For additional information on Hazardous Waste call (907) 746-2826.
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Compressed Gas Cylinders
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Compressed gas cylinders must be non-pressurized and the valve stem must be removed prior to disposal. Propane cylinders are prohibited for disposal, but will be accepted with the valve open at all locations, the attendant will advise you where to leave your propane tank.
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Computers & Accessories
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Households are allowed to dispose of these items with typical garbage, but there are other options available. You may bring in one complete computer unit on Wednesday and Saturdays, free of charge, or you may contact the manufacturer for information on their recycle program. For additional information call (907) 746-2826.
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Construction/Demolition Debris (C&D)
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C & D is waste material generated during the construction or demolition of a structure. This typically includes wood, bricks, rubble, drywall, roofing materials, tiles and concrete. This material is accepted at Central Landfill only.
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Contaminated Soils
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With prior approval, if the soil meets certain criteria this material would only be accepted at Central Landfill. Contact (907) 746-2826 for additional information.
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Cooking Oil and Grease
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Wastes generated from households are accepted at all facilities. Wastes generated from non-household sources must be in one gallon containers.
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Copiers/Printers
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Copiers/Printers from households are accepted at all locations. We recommend that toner and toner cartridges be recycled prior to disposal.
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Drums
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Drums are accepted, but must have one end removed prior to disposal and must contain no residue of any hazardous or liquid waste
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Electronic Equipment
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Households are allowed to dispose of these items with typical garbage, but there are other options available. You may bring in one complete computer unit, TV, or other electronic equipment on Wednesdays and Saturdays, free of charge, or you may contact the manufacturer for information on their recycle program. For additional information call (907) 746-2826.
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Exit Signs
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Exit signs may contain small amounts of radioactive materials. Please contact the manufacturer for proper handling and disposal.
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Fish Processing Waste
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Residential, non-commercial fish waste will be accepted at all facilities, but must be bagged. Liquid waste will not be accepted at any of the facilities.
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Fluorescent Lights
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Fluorescent bulbs are accepted in small quantities from households. Large quantities from businesses must contact a Hazardous Waste contractor for disposal.
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Hazardous Waste
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Hazardous Wastes are strictly prohibited from disposal. These include any waste that is toxic, reactive (oxidizers), flammable or corrosive (acids/alkalines). This also includes any EPA listed wastes. Hazardous materials will be accepted Wednesdays and Saturday Hazardous Waste events, contact (907) 746-2826 for additional information.
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Household Solid Waste
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Wastes generated from a household except hazardous waste are generally acceptable for disposal at all locations.
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Industrial Process Waste
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Wastes generated from industrial or manufacturing processes must be first determined to be non-hazardous and must not be a liquid prior to evaluating the ability for disposal. Contact (907) 746-2826 for additional information.
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Lawn Mowers
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Lawn mowers are accepted at all facilities. All gas and oil must be drained from the engine prior to disposal.
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Liquid Waste
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Liquid waste is prohibited at all of our facilities
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Medical Waste
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Treated medical waste is only accepted at the Central Landfill with prior approval. Untreated medical waste is strictly prohibited for disposal. Contact (907) 746-2826 for additional information.
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Neon Signs
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Please contact the manufacturer for proper handling and disposal. Older lights may contain PCB's within the transformer.
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Paint
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Paint can be water based, latex or oil based. You may drop off 5 gallons of latex paint for free at any site, at the transfer sites you may drop off oil or latex paints. Advise the attendant so that you may be directed to the drop off area. Oil based paint can be brought in during the Hazardous Waste events ( Wednesday's and Saturday's 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.). Contact (907) 746-2826 for additional information
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Propane Tanks
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Household sized propane tanks (the type most commonly used with Bar b que grills) are accepted at all disposal sites. One is accepted at no charge from households and each additional is $5. For larger sized tanks see Compressed Gas Cylinders.
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Radioactive Waste
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Radioactive/Nuclear Waste is strictly prohibited for disposal. Additional questions regarding the proper handling and disposal should be forwarded to the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission at (800) 952-9677.
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Railroad Ties
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These materials may be subject to testing to determine if they are non-hazardous under the EPA TCLP test. Household generated quantities will not require testing. All materials must be no longer than eight feet in any direction.
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Refrigerators/Freezers/Air Conditioners
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Refrigerators, freezers, and air-conditioning units contain freon and their disposal is strictly prohibited. The units may be disposed of if a qualified, licensed technician has removed the freon, and documentation of such removal can be presented to the disposal facility. Refrigerators and freezers are accepted at all sites for an additional $20.00 charge, per each unit, which covers freon removal.
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Septage & Honey Buckets
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Sewage and honey buckets are not accepted at any of the facilities.
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Smoke Alarms
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Some smoke alarms can contain small amounts of radioactive material. Contact the manufacturer for proper disposal instructions.
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Tanks
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Tanks need to be cleaned of any residual material. Tanks under 500 gallons must have one end cut out or an opening adequate so the interior can be inspected prior to disposal. Large tanks need to be cut into manageable size pieces (6'X6' or less). Cutting is not permitted on landfill property.
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Tires
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Tires are accepted at all of our facilities.
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Trailers/Mobile Homes
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Trailers and Mobile Homes are accepted only at the Central Landfill.
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Used Oil & Grease
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All facilities maintain a collection point for recycling of used engine oil. Households are limited to disposal of 5 gallons per visit free of charge. An additional charge of $1 per gallon for quantities over the initial 5 gallons will apply.