Local Hazardous Waste Collection Facility

If you reside in El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole, Richmond, San Pablo and the unincorporated West County areas (Crockett, El Sobrante, Port Costa, Rodeo, & Tormey) you may drop off your household hazardous waste for FREE at the The West Contra Costa County Household Hazardous Waste Facility. Proof of residency is required.  If you are a resident of Kensington, go here for further information.  

If you are a small business in West Contra Costa County, you may be eligible to drop off hazardous waste for a fee. For more information navigate the commercial hazardous materials page.

Location of HHW Facility

101 Pittsburg Avenue, North Richmond – 1,000 feet east of the Richmond Parkway.

  • Going Northbound on the Richmond Parkway
    Turn Right onto Pittsburg Avenue.
  • Going Southbound on the Richmond Parkway
    Turn Left onto Pittsburg Avenue.
  • Once on Pittsburg Ave, Go about 1000 yards and
    Turn Right into the second driveway at     101 Pittsburg Avenue.

Get directions to HHW Drop-off Site

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Hours of Operation

Open:   Thursdays, Fridays & the first Saturday of every month.

Hours:   9am-4pm (closed Noon to 12:30 p.m. for lunch).

NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED!  BRING PROOF OF RESIDENCY!

For more information call 888-412-9277

Handling, Transport, & Drop-Off

Legal transport limit is no more than 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per vehicle per visit. Individual containers are limited to 5 gallon capacity.

  • Leave labels intact or clearly label all items.
  • Limit individual containers to 5 gallons each.
  • Asbestos: Bag in 6 ml plastic bags (4 heavy garbage bags) - each bag may weigh no more than 30 pounds and contain pieces no longer or wider than 27 inches.
  • Do not mix materials in the same container.
  • Tighten lids & place leaking or dirty containers in strong plastic bags.
  • Pack individual containers in a sturdy box or tub with absorbent material such as newspaper.
  • Transport materials in the trunk or rear of the vehicle.
  • Stay in your vehicle when you arrive at the facility.