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El Paso County Transfer Station

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1-ton minimum.

Residents' loads exceeding one ton will be required to leave a deposit and weigh out after dumping. The customer must pay the current gate rate of $88/ton for any material disposed at the site.

Hot Tubs:

Must be cut into fourths or $50 penalty fee applies.

Deconstruction

While “demolition” destroys infrastructure, building features and materials and sends them to the landfill, “deconstruction” is a more environmentally friendly alternative. Deconstruction is the systematic method of dismantling building structures and features to maximize their ​potential to be reused, resold, and/or recycled.

Conditionally Acceptable Wastes

  • Industrial wastes and off spec., outdated, and/or contaminated commercial products must recieve prior approval for disposal to ensure regulatory compliance. 
  • Containers of five gallons or larger must be open, empty, or contain less than one inch of dried non-hazardous residue, and be rendered unusable.
  • Refrigerators and CFC (Freon) containing appliances are acceptable from commercial sources only if the CFCs have been removed in accordance with EPA regulations and documentation of that removal is provided.
  • Dead animals and animal parts will not be accepted without prior approval and proper handling.
  • Bulk propane and Freon containers must have valves removed to be acceptable for disposal.

Prohibited Wastes

Environmental Guidance

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    1. Be familiar with all chemicals stored and used at your homes. Ask for a safety data sheet (SDS) when purchasing chemicals and be familiar with signal words (ex. “Caution,” “Warning,” or “Danger”). If an SDS is available, reach out the manufacturer
    2. All chemical containers should be closed and sealed and in good condition to prevent container leakage or breakage. Sun-rotted and brittle containers pose a risk of container breakage. If possible, leave materials in their original manufacturer packaging so they can be easily identified.
    3. Never mix chemicals of any type; this can lead to extremely dangerous situations and possible reactions.
    4. Flammable Liquids/Solids: Keep away from open flames, heat, and other incompatible materials (ex. Away from oxidizers).
    5. Corrosive Liquids/Solid: Keep away from heat. Store away from incompatibles materials (the mixing of acids and bases will cause chemical reactions). Store away from oxidizing materials.
    6. Toxic Liquids/Solids (Pesticides/Herbicides): Keep away from heat.
    7. Oxidizers Liquid/Solids: Keep away from open flames, heat, and other incompatible materials (organic material). Store away from all other chemicals. Prevent cross contamination with organic material, moisture, rainwater, or anything else that might cause chemical reactions or fire.
    8. Never abandon materials or handle unknown materials.
    9. Do not place any chemicals or batteries in your trash receptacle and utilize appropriate methods to dispose of waste.