New Bedford to hold household hazardous waste drop-off day

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day will take place on Saturday, October 30, 2021, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Crapo Hill Landfill, 300 Samuel Barnet Boulevard, New Bedford.

The event is open to New Bedford, Dartmouth, and Freetown residents only. Proof of residency is required.

New Bedford to hold household hazardous waste drop-off day

Sign up is required. Visit gnbrrmdistrict.org to select a time slot. The deadline to sign up is October 28th at midnight. If you do not have internet access, call (508) 979-1493 to sign up.

Examples of accepted waste include oil-based paints, paint thinner, pesticides, and old gasoline. Do not bring latex paint (if you cannot give it away, dry out and throw away in the regular trash).

The maximum amount of household hazardous waste you can bring is 25 gallons or 25 pounds. Collection is for households only. No businesses, schools, or contractors.

If you have questions about the sign up or what can be brought to the event, please email Marissa at Marissa@gnbrrmdistrict.org or call (508) 979-1493.