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Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Grand Rapids, MI, in Kent County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Listed materials: household hazardous waste. We list 33 other drop-off sites in Kent County.
| Address | 1045 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Kent County, MI |
| Phone | (616) 632-7920 |
| Website | kentcountymi.gov |
| Hours | Mon: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm Wed: 7:30 am to 11:30 am Thu: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm 2nd Sat of month: 8:30 am to 11 am No appointment needed; holiday hours may differ. Other SafeChem sites: Kentwood (5068 Breton SE) Tue 10:30-1:30; Rockford (2908 Ten Mile) Fri 8:30-11:30; Wyoming (2350 Ivanrest Ave SW, Grandville) Mon 1-3 pm and Thu 7-9 am; Byron Center (South Kent Landfill) Mon 8:30-11:30. Kentwood and Wyoming do not take electronics. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, paint, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | latex paint, propane tanks, needles, medications, businesses, schools and farms |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: kentcountymi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Kent County
- Residents using the county recycling drop-off stations pay no service fee. Customers still on site after closing pay an after-hours surcharge of $45 per 15 minutes. Source
- SafeChem household hazardous waste drop-off is free for Kent County residents; businesses, schools and farms cannot use it. More than 6 moving boxes, 20 gallons or any container over 5 gallons counts as a large amount: call 616-632-7941 first. Source
Before you go
- Transport paint and chemicals upright, in the original containers, away from passengers.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Hours: Mon: 12 pm to 4 pm … Scrap tires: $2 until the grant limit is reachedHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
- Recycling Concepts West MI Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Cdr Disposal Service INC Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Hours: Mon: 12 pm to 4 pm … Scrap tires: $2 until the grant limit is reachedHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
- Black River Recycling Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Richmond Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous waste
- Kent County Recycling and Education Center Recycling centerHours: Mon to Fri 7:30 am to 4:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsRecyclables
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Residential drop-off service fee: No chargeHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metal
More in Kent County
All 34 drop-off sites in Kent County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
1045 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.
What can I drop off at Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility is listed for household hazardous waste. Not accepted: latex paint, propane tanks, needles, medications and businesses, schools and farms.
Can non-residents use Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
No, it is for residents only.
Is Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility open?
Mon: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm; Wed: 7:30 am to 11:30 am; Thu: 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm; 2nd Sat of month: 8:30 am to 11 am. No appointment needed; holiday hours may differ. Other SafeChem sites: Kentwood (5068 Breton SE) Tue 10:30-1:30; Rockford (2908 Ten Mile) Fri 8:30-11:30; Wyoming (2350 Ivanrest Ave SW, Grandville) Mon 1-3 pm and Thu 7-9 am; Byron Center (South Kent Landfill) Mon 8:30-11:30. Kentwood and Wyoming do not take electronics..
What other household hazardous waste sites are near Kent County Dept. Public Works Household Hazardous Waste Facility?
Ottawa County Environmental Sustainability Center - Georgetown in Coopersville (9.5 mi), Recycling Concepts West MI in Grand Rapids (11 mi) and Cdr Disposal Service INC in Byron Center (12 mi).
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