Q. Can I bring my Household Hazardous Waste in on days other than Monday, Wednesday or Friday?
A. No, other than the appointed days, there are no designated employees assigned to receive the waste.
Q. Do I need to bring identification for HHW?
A. A valid driver's license and current municipal utility bill must be presented to the attendant before any items can be accepted.
Q. Does it cost to drop off my household chemicals?
A. Disposal of HHW is free for Midwest City residents. Residents of communities with an MOU must check with their respective City Halls.
Q. Do I have to unload my own household hazardous wastes?
A. No, city personnel will unload the vehicle for you.
Q. Can I bring chemical wastes from my business?
A. No, only household chemicals are accepted.
Q. What are the dangers of improper disposal?
A. Improper disposal of household hazardous wastes includes pouring them down the drain, on the ground, in storm sewers or discarding them in the trash. The dangers of such disposal may not be immediately obvious, but certain household hazardous wastes can contaminate septic tanks or wastewater treatment systems; harm children or pets and cause injury to sanitation workers. Pollution of our local creeks and streams occurs when the household hazardous waste is poured or dumped into our storm drains.