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Recycling Drop-Off Locations

BLUE BOXES – HOUSEHOLD RECYCLABLES ONLY (No Businesses)

  1. Please call the Washington County Solid Waste Department at 240-313-2790 or the Recycling Office at 240-313-2796 if you have questions.
  2. This program is for Washington County residents only.
  3. A permit is now required to use Washington County Residential Drop Off boxes.
  4. 40 West Landfill In-Bound Scales Close at 3:00 p.m. Out-Bound Scales Close at 3:15p.m. Non-Permit Customers MUST be at the scales no later than 3:00 p.m. Permit holders may dump trash until 3:30 p.m.

Where To Recycle Other Materials

  • Corrugated Cardboard:  Maryland Paper
  • Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Lowes; Home Depot
  • Oily Wastes:  Spirit Services; SafetyKleen; Clean Venture
  • Websites to help locate recycling alternatives:

Washington County Residents and Businesses may contact the recycling office for additional recycling information. Call 240-313-2796 or email Tony Drury

Transfer Stations

Dargan Convenience Center

2201 Dargan School House Rd
301-432-4103
 7:30-3:30 Tues-Sat

Greensburg Convenience Center

13125 Bikle Road
301-824-3266
 7:30-3:30 Tues-Sat

Hancock Convenience Center

6502 Hess Road
301-678-5949
 7:30-3:30 Tues-Sat

Kaetzel Convenience Center

2629 Kaetzel Road
301-432-2066
7:30-3:30 Tues-Sat

Recycling FAQ

Recycling FAQ

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What Can I Recycle?

What Can I Recycle?

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Forty West Landfill

12630 Earth Care Road
Hagerstown, MD 21740

  • Landfill Hours: Monday – Saturday 7:00am –  3:30pm (Scales close at 3:00pm)
  • Convenience Center Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 7:30am –  3:30pm
  • Landfill Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am –  4:00pm (Phones are not attended outside of these hours)
  • Permit Sales
    • Landfill: Monday – Saturday, 8:00am – 2:30pm
    • Convenience Centers: Tuesday – Saturday, 8:00am – 2:30pm

Phone: 240-313-2790
 Fax: 301-582-3412

TTY users may call any government office through the Maryland Relay Service 1-800-735-2258

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!