Temple household hazardous waste collection event, 2026-10-24
Collection event A household hazardous waste collection event run by City of Temple in Temple, Bell County, Texas.
This event has ended. Check the county page for the next date and other options.
- Date
- Sat, Oct 24, 2026
- Location
- 2611 E Ave H, Temple, TX 76501
- Hours
- 8:00 am-1:00 pm
- Who can use it
- Residents of Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, Mills and San Saba counties
- Cost
- Tires: first four 17 in. or smaller free; additional or larger tires $5 (17 in. and under), $8 (18-22.5 in.), $17 (above 22.5 in.) each
- Appointment
- Not stated
- Phone
- 254-298-5725
Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with City of Temple at 254-298-5725 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)Household and garden chemicals; flammables; electronics; corrosives; oxidizers; pesticides; herbicides; fertilizers; paint and paint products; reactive materials; automotive fluids; oil filters; antifreeze; batteries; tires (first four 17 in. or smaller free); aerosols; propane; CFL bulbs; mercury-containing equipment
What they won’t take
The source does not list excluded items.
Limits
Quantity limitsContainers 5 gallons or less, not returned; maximum 15 gallons per customer
Rules and residency
Who can use itResidents of Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, Mills and San Saba counties
Note from the sourceSolid Waste Complex. Motor oil, cooking oil and water-based paint are accepted at the Solid Waste Complex all year during business hours.
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
- Permanent drop-off · 46 mi away · 310 Deepwood Dr., Round Rock, TX 78664Who can use it: Valid driver's license plus a recent City of Round Rock water bill or an HHW voucher
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- Permanent drop-off · 75 mi away · 109 Taylor St, Smithville, TX 78957Who can use it: Residents of Bastrop County, Lee County, City of Smithville and City of Bastrop; voucher required (address verified by utility bill or driver license)
- Collection event · 75 mi away · 109 Taylor St, Smithville, TX 78957 · Date: Sat, Feb 27, 2027Who can use it: Residents of Bastrop County, Lee County, City of Smithville and City of Bastrop; voucher required (address verified by utility bill or driver license)
- Home pickupWho can use it: Belton
- Home pickupWho can use it: Households located within the City of Nolanville, Texas
FAQ
Who can use Temple household hazardous waste collection event, 2026-10-24?
Residents of Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, Mills and San Saba counties
Is it free?
Tires: first four 17 in. or smaller free; additional or larger tires $5 (17 in. and under), $8 (18-22.5 in.), $17 (above 22.5 in.) each
Do I need an appointment?
The source does not say. Call 254-298-5725 to check.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: paint and paint products.
Last checked Sun, Oct 18, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:
- www.templetx.gov/departments/city_departments/public_works/garbage___recycling/household_h
- www.tceq.texas.gov/downloads/p2/household-hazardous-waste/hhw_contacts.pdf