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Harford County Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Collection event A household hazardous waste collection event run by Harford County Department of Public Works in Street, Harford County, Maryland.

Date: Sat, Nov 14, 2026
Location: 3139 Scarboro Road, Street, MD 21154
Hours: 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Who can use it: Harford County residents only; proof of residency required
Cost: Free
Appointment: Not stated
Phone: 410-638-3417

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Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with Harford County Department of Public Works at 410-638-3417 before you load the car.

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.

Accepted (official list)Aerosol cans; ammonia; bleach; brake fluid; degreasers; deodorizers; driveway sealer; fire extinguishers; flea powder; fluorescent bulbs; CFLs; furniture polish; herbicides; insect repellents; insecticides; lacquers; mercury thermometers; mercury thermostats; moth balls; oil-based paints; pesticides; pool chemicals; road flares; solvents; turpentine; wood preservatives; wood strippers

What they won’t take

Not accepted (official list)Alkaline batteries; ammunition; antifreeze; explosives; flare guns; freon; gas/oil mixtures; gasoline; lab chemicals; latex paint; lead-acid batteries; medical waste; motor oil; oil filters; picric acid; propane; radioactive materials; trash

Limits

The source does not list quantity limits.

Rules and residency

Who can use itHarford County residents only; proof of residency required

Note from the sourceAt the Harford Mulch & Compost Facility. Free document shredding (up to 4 boxes) at the same event.

Note from the sourceHarford also held a collection on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

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FAQ

Who can use Harford County Household Hazardous Waste Collection?

Harford County residents only; proof of residency required

Is it free?

Free

Do I need an appointment?

The source does not say. Call 410-638-3417 to check.

Can I bring old paint?

Accepted: oil-based paints. Not accepted: latex paint.

Can I bring batteries?

Not accepted: Alkaline batteries. Not accepted: lead-acid batteries.

What will they turn away?

Alkaline batteries; ammunition; antifreeze; explosives; flare guns; freon; gas/oil mixtures; gasoline; lab chemicals; latex paint; lead-acid batteries; medical waste; motor oil; oil filters; picric acid; propane; radioactive materials; trash

Last checked Sun, Oct 25, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:

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