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Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot
Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot is a household hazardous waste (HHW) drop-off in Multnomah County, OR, listed under Portland. 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. Multnomah County has 67 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Multnomah County, OR |
| Phone | (503) 234-3000 |
| Website | oregonmetro.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day. |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, motor oil, batteries, hazardous waste |
| Not accepted | ev batteries, most explosives, large loads and containers, radioactive material |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: oregonmetro.gov, washingtoncountyor.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Multnomah County
- Household hazardous waste disposal is free for households at Metro Central and Metro South, with a daily limit of 35 gallons measured by container size. Source
- At Metro transfer stations uncovered loads are charged an extra $25 per ton ($3 extra for minimum loads) and can result in a littering fine. Source
- Metro runs free household hazardous waste community collection events and drop boxes across greater Portland; events are held on Saturdays in spring and fall. 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.
Other household hazardous waste sites nearby
- Univar USA Hazardous waste drop-off
- Quantum Resource Recovery INC Hazardous waste drop-offConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Oil Re - Refining Hazardous waste drop-off
- Meadows Rock Hazardous waste drop-offConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous waste
- Bettery INC Hazardous waste drop-off
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Hours: Daily: 8 am to 5 pm Garbage: $51 minimum / $176.70 per tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 9 am to 4 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Schnitzer Steel Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsElectronicsScrap metal
More in Multnomah County
All 67 drop-off sites in Multnomah County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Oregon
Frequently asked questions
Where is Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot?
6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot?
Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: ev batteries, most explosives, large loads and containers and radioactive material.
Is Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off, as far as our sources show.
Is Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot open?
Mon-Sat: 9 am to 4 pm. Closed Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day..
What other household hazardous waste sites are near Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste Depot?
Univar USA in Portland (1.7 mi), Quantum Resource Recovery INC in Portland (3 mi) and Oil Re - Refining in Portland (3.7 mi).
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