Knox County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site
Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by Knox County Recycling and Solid Waste Management District in Vincennes, Knox County, Indiana.
- Address
- 810 S. 17th Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
- Hours
- Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
- Who can use it
- Knox County residents
- Cost
- Free (latex paint $1 per gallon or smaller can, $5 per 5-gallon bucket; TVs and monitors $20 each)
- Appointment
- Not stated
- Phone
- 812-895-4878
What you can bring
- ✓Paint
- ✓Batteries
- –Motor oil
- –Antifreeze
- ✓Gasoline
- ✓Fluorescent bulbs
- ✓Electronics
- –Propane
- ✓Pesticides
- ✓Pool chemicals
✓ accepted · ✕ not accepted · – not listed by the source. Exact wording from the official list is below.
What they won’t take
Limits
The source does not list quantity limits.
Rules and residency
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
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FAQ
Who can use Knox County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site?
Knox County residents
Is it free?
Free (latex paint $1 per gallon or smaller can, $5 per 5-gallon bucket; TVs and monitors $20 each)
Do I need an appointment?
The source does not say. Call 812-895-4878 to check.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: Oil-based paint. Accepted: latex paint.
Can I bring batteries?
Accepted: rechargeable batteries. Accepted: lithium-ion batteries. Not accepted: Alkaline batteries.
What will they turn away?
Alkaline batteries