Rivanna Solid Waste Authority (RSWA) will hold its Household Hazardous Waste Special Collection event on Friday, September 27, from 2 to 6 p.m., and Saturday, September 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
During this event, RSWA will accept the following hazardous substances and ensure that they are properly categorized and directed to a permitted offsite hazardous substance management location:
- Acids
- Gasoline
- Kerosene
- Adhesives
- Pesticides
- Household cleaners
- Floor and furniture polish
- Paint-related products and solvents
- Batteries
- Antifreeze
- Motor oil
- Fluorescent tubes
- CFLs
Items not accepted at any time include:
- Radioactive waste
- Medical waste
- Explosives
- Ammunition
Get directions to the Material Utilization Center. Find out more about household hazardous waste.