Dumps NearbyHazardous waste drop-offVerified October 2026
Stearns County HHW Facility
Stearns County HHW Facility is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Waite Park, MN, in Stearns 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 and electronics. We list 14 other drop-off sites in Stearns County.
| Address | 3601 5th St S, Waite Park, MN 56387 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Stearns County, MN |
| Phone | (320) 257-8605 |
| Website | stearnscountymn.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5:15 pm Residents use the drive-thru. Call to confirm holiday closures. |
| Fees | Not published. Charges at sites like this usually depend on weight and vehicle size. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Residents of Stearns, Benton, Sherburne and Mille Lacs counties |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, batteries, pesticides, pool chemicals, fuels, fluorescent bulbs, household hazardous waste |
| Not accepted | household garbage, furniture, appliances, tires, explosives, medical waste, pharmaceuticals, business waste (without appointment), kitchen appliances, vacuums, fans, lamps |
| Payment | credit card, debit card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: saukcentremn.gov, stearnscountymn.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Stearns County
- The Stearns County household hazardous waste facility in Waite Park serves residents of Stearns, Benton, Sherburne and Mille Lacs counties; business waste is handled by appointment under the state's Very Small Quantity Generator program. Source
- Used motor oil and antifreeze are not accepted at community household hazardous waste collections; use public used-oil sites in the county. Source
Before you go
- Leave medicines and sharps for a pharmacy take-back unless the site says otherwise.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Yard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Northern Metal Recycling Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metal
- Waste Management - Saint Cloud Transfer Station Transfer station
- East Side Transfer and Recycling Transfer station
More in Stearns County
All 15 drop-off sites in Stearns County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Minnesota
Frequently asked questions
Where is Stearns County HHW Facility?
3601 5th St S, Waite Park, MN 56387. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Stearns County HHW Facility?
Stearns County HHW Facility is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: household garbage, furniture, appliances, tires, explosives and medical waste.
Can non-residents use Stearns County HHW Facility?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Residents of Stearns, Benton, Sherburne and Mille Lacs counties.
When is Stearns County HHW Facility open?
Mon-Sat: 7 am to 5:15 pm. Residents use the drive-thru. Call to confirm holiday closures..
What other household hazardous waste sites are near Stearns County HHW Facility?
Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility in Buffalo (28 mi).
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