(Norwalk, Conn.) – Today, the City of Norwalk announced that on Saturday, August 26, 2023, it will host a Household Hazardous Waste Day at Norwalk High School, located at 23 Calvin Murphy Drive, from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Following the City of Norwalk’s event, New Canaan will host their Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, September 16, from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
All upcoming Household Hazardous Waste events are free for Norwalk Residents.
- Please have your driver’s license or vehicle registration available.
- Residents ONLY = NO Commercial or Business loads accepted
DATE | TOWN | HOURS |
August 26, 2023 | Norwalk | Norwalk High School 23 Calvin Murphy Drive (County Street) | 8:00am-2:00pm |
September 16, 2023 | New Canaan | Wastewater Treatment Plant 394 Main Street | 8:00am-2:00pm |
PLEASE NOTE: The following municipalities are no longer participating – Wilton & Weston.
How To Transport HHW Materials Safely:
- Leave materials in original labeled containers. Tighten caps & lids.
- Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes and pad them with newspapers.
- Sort & pack separately: paint, pesticides, household cleaners, etc.
- Pack your car and drive directly to the HHW event.
- Please do NOT mix chemicals!
For quantities in excess of 40 pounds OR 30 gallons or for any other questions regarding the HHW collection, please call Norwalk Customer Service at (203) 854-3200.
ACCEPTABLE HHW:
HHW in original sealed containers w/ screw cap, if possible.
Oil & Latex Paints* & Strippers |
Paint Thinner, Solvent, Stains | Pool Chemicals |
Lighter Fluid | Rubber Cement, Airplane Glue |
Waste Fuels (Kerosene, Gasoline) | Fiberglass Resin |
Engine Degreaser | Photo Chemicals, Chemistry Sets |
Carburetor Cleaner, Brake Fluid | Furniture, Floor & Metal Polishes |
Transmission Fluid, Car Wax | Oven Cleaners |
Poisons, Insecticides, Pesticides | Toilet Bowl & Drain Cleaners |
Weed Killers, Mothballs | Rug & Upholstery Cleaners |
No-Pest Strips, Flea Powder | Dry Cleaning Solvents |
Driveway Sealer | Septic Tank Degreasers |
Art, Hobby Supplies | Creosote |
*Latex Paint is NOT Hazardous Waste, but will be collected at HHW Day. Residents can dry Latex Paint and dispose of it as regular trash once completely dry and solid.
NOT ACCEPTABLE HHW:
Ammunition, Fireworks, Explosives | Norwalk Residents ONLY, please dispose of the following at Norwalk Transfer Station: |
Radioactive Wastes | - Propane Tanks (Fees apply)
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Infectious & Biological Wastes | |
Prescription Medicines/ Syringes | |
Penta Brand Wood Preservatives | |
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) | |
Smoke Detectors – Return to Manufacturer | - Vehicle/Car/Lead Acid Batteries
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Asbestos | - Lithium Batteries (Fees apply)
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Commercial or Industrial Waste | - Alkaline Batteries (e.g. AA, C, D, etc.)
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Empty Containers or Drums | |
For quantities in excess of 40 pounds OR 30 gallons or for any other questions regarding the HHW collection, please contact the Customer Service Center at CustomerService@norwalkct.gov or (203) 854-3200.
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