EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP – Residents can dispose of hazardous household items safely 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14 at the ACUA Environmental Park, 6700 Delilah Road.
Most Atlantic County residents have hazardous waste in their cabinets, basements, or garages but may not realize these items cannot go in their regular trash cans. Hazardous items include cleaning products, motor oils, weed killer, oil-based paints, auto care products, rechargeable batteries and vape pens. Hazardous waste can pollute local waterways and the environment. These items can also endanger sanitation workers or cause truck fires if placed in the trash.
ACUA Household Hazardous Waste DayACUA’s Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off is convenient. Residents do not even need to exit their vehicle. Participants will need to provide proof of Atlantic County residency such as a driver’s license or a tax bill. Residents may bring materials from more than one Atlantic County household, which can help another family member or neighbor to save travel time and gas.
Residents are encouraged to visit www.acua.com/hhw for a comprehensive list of accepted items. Items should be placed in a recyclable or disposable container, such as a cardboard box, that can be safely removed from the vehicle and discarded. Containers will not be returned.
To safely package and transport household hazardous waste, please keep all products in original containers if possible; wrap leaking containers in newspaper and place in a plastic bag or garbage container; place items securely in a box for transport; keep chemicals separate; and do not leave materials in hot, unventilated areas for long periods of time.
The maximum amount of household hazardous material allowed for disposal is 20 gallons and/or 200 pounds (dry weight) per household.
Additional drop-off will be held throughout 2026 on May 30, July 11, Sept. 12 and Nov. 14.
For more information, call 609-272-6950 or visit the ACUA’s website at www.acua.com/hhw.
