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Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Polk County, FL, listed under Winter Haven. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Materials on record: household hazardous waste and electronics. Polk County has 14 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 5 Environmental Loop S, Winter Haven, FL 33880 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Polk County, FL |
| Phone | (863) 284-4319 |
| Website | polkfl.gov |
| Hours | Fri: 8 am to 12 pm Sat: 7:30 am to 12:30 pm |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Public facility (residency rules may apply) |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, motor oil, batteries, pesticides, fluorescent bulbs, propane cylinders, antifreeze |
| Not accepted | biohazardous waste, needles and sharps, unused or expired medication, commercial waste |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: polkfl.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Polk County
- Polk County landfill and transfer station loads must be covered and secured, and every incoming load pays at least a $10 minimum fee. Out-of-county waste is not accepted without prior written approval from the Board of County Commissioners. Source
- Curbside recycling collection in unincorporated Polk County has been discontinued. Residents can drop off recyclables at a container in the north parking lot of the North Central Landfill. Source
Before you go
- Leave medicines and sharps for a pharmacy take-back unless the site says otherwise.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTires
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 am to 4 pm … Garbage / trash (Class 1), per ton, from Oct 1, 2026: $48.30Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushTiresScrap metal
- Cedar Trail Landfill LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
More in Polk County
All 14 drop-off sites in Polk County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Florida
Frequently asked questions
Where is Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
5 Environmental Loop S, Winter Haven, FL 33880. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: biohazardous waste, needles and sharps, unused or expired medication and commercial waste.
Can non-residents use Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Polk County Household Hazardous Waste Facility open?
Fri: 8 am to 12 pm; Sat: 7:30 am to 12:30 pm.
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