Larimer County's Business Hazardous Waste Diversion Program (BHWD) is a safe and affordable hazardous waste disposal and/or recycling option, as well as a technical advice resource for Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQG) in Larimer County. Handling hazardous waste properly:

Free for Larimer County residents:

Typical household hazardous waste is accepted from Larimer County Residents for free.  All other waste, including waste from businesses, churches, landlords, local governments, non-profits, hobbyists,  and other organizations is subject to approval through the business program.

Drop-off locations:

If you live in an area where curbside recycling is not available (or even if you do!), you may utilize these recycling drop-off centers. Recycling containers at most of these locations are separated by material type. 

Location & Hours

Location: Larimer County Landfill, 5887 South Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins (2 miles south of Harmony Road)
Phone: (970) 372-3362
Fax: (970) 226-0524
Drop-off Hours: Monday - Saturday 8:00 - 4:30. The Recycling Center drop-off area is also closed whenever the Landfill is closed due to wind.

Where to recycle electronics in Larimer County

Call ahead to make sure a specific item is accepted. Fees apply and vary depending on the location.

The Estes Park Transfer Station and residential convenience centers are located in outlying areas of the county and are designed to make it easier for local residents to rid themselves of household wastes. The wastes collected at the transfer station and residential convenience centers are periodically transported to the Larimer County Landfill. For 24-hour information relating to the Estes Park Transfer Station or any of the residential convenience centers listed below, call (970) 498-5770.