Household Hazardous Waste
The Johnson County Household Waste Collection and Reuse Facility is now open!
Operating from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, the new facility allows for the safe disposal of unwanted paint, household chemicals and more. Appointments are required and may be scheduled online or by calling 913-715-6907.
Improper disposal of household hazardous waste can cause environmental issues and may present health hazards. Household hazardous waste includes:
- Paint
- Oil
- Compact fluorescent light bulbs
- Gasoline
- Stains
- Solvents
- Insecticides
- Pool chemicals
- Batteries, including rechargeable, alkaline and lead-acid batteries
- Any other common household products that include the words “corrosive,” “reactive,” “toxic,” “flammable,” or “explosive” on the label.
If you would like to know more about recycling an item not listed above, you can search for disposal options at RecycleSpot.
In addition to hazardous waste drop-off, paint will also be available for purchase through the re-blended paint program.
Please note: The Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste facility moved, and the location in Mission off of I-35 and Lamar is permanently closed.