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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Service

The San Antonio River Authority, along with local partners, hosts six (6) free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events within Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad counties. These semi-annual events are held in the spring and fall. County residents may stop by to drop off unwanted household hazardous waste, tires, paint, used motor oil & filters, cleaning products, pesticides, computers, small electronics, and pharmaceuticals.

The River Authority hosts these household hazardous waste collection events with the hope that it will lead to a reduction in waste that enters our creeks and rivers. These are free events and are first come, first serve due to availability. Visit the Events tab to see upcoming County Wide Collection Events in your area! 

No businesses please. Residents of Wilson, Karnes, or Goliad County respectively, proof of address is required. Collection will close at the discretion of the sponsors.

For more information, please call 1-866-345-7272 ext. 3228.

What to Bring From Home

The following items will be accepted in household quantities, at no charge:

Household Hazardous Waste

Automobile tires with
NO RIMS
Oil based paint Hydrochloric acid Dry cleaning fluid
Oil-based/Flammable/
Combustible Paint
Solvents Creosote Rust preventatives
Oven cleaners Sealants Batteries Wood strippers
Metal polish Antifreeze Latex Paint Paint thinner
Photo chemicals Engine and radiator fluids Drain cleaners Degreasers
Floor cleaners Old home chemistry sets Kerosene Gasoline
Radiator cleaners Herbicides Arts & crafts supplies Brake fluid
Wood preservatives Rodent killers Moth Balls Transmission fluid
Pesticides Insect Sprays Pool Chemicals Cesspool cleaners

 

Used Electronics

Radios Televisions (No wooden consoles)  Monitors
Computer Components & Parts Microwaves Blenders
Toasters Cell Phones Telephones

 

Pharmaceutical Waste*

Prescription,
Non-Prescription Pills
Prescription/Non-
Prescription Liquids
Prescription/Non-
Prescription Creams
Prescription/Non-
Prescription Patches
Pet Medications Vitamin & Herbal
Supplements
Inhalers  

*NOTE: Leave items in original containers & Black out all personal Information – Do not cover up name of medications 

 

Past Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Paint Spray Cans
Large household hazardous waste collection site
Trash collection bins side by side

DO NOT BRING

We are unable to collect the following items

Trailer tires, tractor tires, tires with rims A/C Units
Agricultural Chemicals Containers Larger Than 5 Gallon
Dioxins Large Propane Cylinders
LARGE Appliances like washers, dryers, chest type freezers Radioactive Materials

 

Pharmaceutical Waste*

*Check with your health-care provider for proper disposal procedure for these items. 

  • NO Sharps
  • NO Syringes
  • NO Oxygen Tanks
  • NO Pen Needles
  • NO Lancets
Be River Proud

 

Checklist

  • Bring products in their original containers.
  • Do not mix or consolidate products.
  • Properly seal containers to prevent leaking.
  • Haul containers in the trunk or back of vehicle, away from passengers.
  • Collection site personnel have the right to refuse material not considered appropriate for this event. 

For any questions or items not listed here, please call: 1-866-245-7272 EXT: 3228