Columbia County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Event

Columbia County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Event

Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00am-12:00pm

Location: Columbia County Fire Training Center
50 Grandinetti Drive, Ghent, New York
Entrance at Route 66 (Bender Blvd.)

What do I bring?

  • Latex Paint, Oil Based Paint, Stains, Varnishes, Wood Preservatives,
  • Solvents, Adhesives, Lighter Fluid, Aerosol Cans
  • Gasoline, Kerosene, Antifreeze, Engine Degreasers, Brake Fluid,
  • Carburetor Cleaner, Car Wax, Polish, Roofing Tar, Driveway Sealer,
  • Swimming Pool Chemicals
  • Insecticides, Fungicides, Chemical Fertilizers, Flea Control Products,
  • Mothballs, Pest Strips
  • Cleaning Supplies including Furniture, Floor, and Metal Polish, Oven
  • Cleaner, Drain and Toilet Cleaner, Rug and Upholstery Cleaner, Spot
  • Remover
  • Rubber Cement, Fiberglass Resins, Photo Chemicals, Mercury

What Not to Bring?

  • Empty Containers
  • Empty/Hardened Paint Cans
  • Empty Aerosol Cans
  • Radioactive Waste
  • Commercial/Industrial Waste
  • Agricultural Waste
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Infectious and Biological Waste
  • Prescription Medicine, Syringes
  • Asbestos
  • Ammunition, Explosives, Fireworks
  • Non-contaminated Motor Oil, Antifreeze
  • Batteries including lithium ion
  • Lightbulbs
  • 55 Gallon Drums

Event for Columbia County Residents ONLY. Proof of residency is required.

Residents with large quantities must contact the Administrative Office.

QUESTIONS?

Contact the Administrative Office 518-828-2737.

Download a PDF of the flyer.