Household Hazardous Waste
Residents may dispose of household hazardous waste (HHW) at no cost at either of Hennepin County’s permanent HHW Drop-off facilities:
- Brooklyn Park
- 8100 Jefferson Highway
- Bloomington
- 1400 96th Street
Facilities are open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Facilities are closed Sundays, Mondays, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
The HHW drop-off is open to any Hennepin County resident and only accepts items from households. No hazardous waste or problem materials can be accepted from business, including home businesses or non-profit organizations.
As of March 1, 2006, there is a limit to the annual quantities of materials dropped off or picked up. For more information visit www.hennepin.us or call Hennepin County at 612.348.3777.
Household hazardous waste includes such items as paint, stain, thinners, solvents, pesticides, herbicides, cleaners, gasoline, used oil, oil filters, aerosol cans, fire extinguishers, fluorescent and HID lamps, thermostats, switches and thermometers containing mercury, rechargeable appliances and batteries.
Do not tape fluorescent lamps together. Containers must be 5 gallons or less.
Also accepted for no charge are consumer electronics (TVs, radios, stereos, VCRs, camcorders, telephones, computers, monitors and printers).
Household appliances (microwaves, water heater, stove, freezer, washer, dryer, etc.) may be dropped off for a $15 fee.
Minimum charge for loads of junk (only at Brooklyn Park site) is $16. The fee and acceptable materials are determined by Hennepin County staff. Checks or cash only.
The HHW Drop-off is open to any Hennepin County resident and only accepts items from households. No hazardous waste or problem materials can be accepted from businesses, including home businesses or non-profit organizations.
The 24-hour information number is 612.348.3777. For more information call Dean Elstad, city of Minnetonka recycling coordinator, at 952.988.8430, or Hennepin County at 612.348.3777.
