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2024 Dumpster Days

Dumpster Days, which will begin in April, have been scheduled by the Prince William County Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division for ...

Solid Waste Makes Spring Cleaning Easier and Eco-Friendly

Springtime and spring cleaning typically go together. Prince William County Solid Waste Division has several programs to assist residents with the ...

Yard Waste Collection Resumes in Prince William County

Between March and December, the yard waste collection program will resume, thus mandating Prince William County residents and businesses to begin ...

Practicing Proper Battery Care and Recycling

Observing National Battery Day 2024 Batteries have become a vital part of our daily lives. In recognition of their importance, the Prince William ...

Curbside Christmas Tree Collection in January

Prince William County residents with curbside yard waste collection can set their Christmas trees and other holiday greenery at the curb for ...

New Tipping Fee for Waste Haulers and Commercial Users at the Landfill Begins January 1, 2024

Effective January 1, 2024, waste haulers and commercial users disposing of regular refuse at the landfill will be charged $40/ton at the Prince ...

Promote, Celebrate and Pledge on America Recycles Day

On November 15, Prince William County will join communities across the nation in celebration of America Recycles Day (ARD). ARD, an initiative of ...

Fall Composting Produces Healthy Outcomes

Fall is here, which means leaves will soon be covering the ground. Wondering what you can do with all that yard waste?  Leaf composting is an ...

Donation Bins Located at Landfill and Compost Facility

Clothing, Textiles and Footwear Are Not Trash in Prince William County The Prince William County Landfill and the County Compost Facility have ...

Easy, Convenient and Safe Disposal for Household Hazardous Waste in Prince William County

Household hazardous waste (HHW) is used to describe a variety of products and items used in and around our homes. These items may be found in the ...

Special Glass Recycling Trailers

Summertime means all kinds of refreshing beverages in glass bottles that will need to be recycled. Residents can bring glass bottles, jugs and jars ...

Retire Old Glory with Respect

With Flag Day on June 14 and the Fourth of July coming up, it’s time to inspect your current flag. If the American Flag flying at your home or ...

Special Events Require Special Planning for Waste Disposal

Kick your special event planning up a notch and include recycling. As the event planner or host, ensure your guests have a great time and a favorable ...

Celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers

Prince William County residents, businesses and organizations are encouraged to celebrate National Waste and Recycling Workers Week, June 11-17, and ...

Grasscycling Tips to Manage and Reduce Yard Waste

Grasscycling and composting, while often overlooked in waste reduction and recycling discussions, exemplify key principles in sustainability. Yard ...

Free Event for the Compost Curious at County’s Compost Facility

May 6 on Balls Ford Road in Manassas The Prince William County Solid Waste Division and its partners Freestate Farms, Virginia Cooperative ...

Repair, Recycle, Donate, Compost and Dispose of with Caution

With spring’s arrival, spring cleaning is close behind. Prince William County Solid Waste Division has several programs to help residents declutter, ...

Curbside Yard Waste Collection Resumes March 1

In December 2020, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors unanimously approved changes to Chapter 22 (Refuse) of the County Code. This ...

Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Program to Reopen at Landfill on Feb. 8

The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Electronics Recycling program at the Landfill will reopen for service on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Drop-off service ...

Recycling Pays for a Prince William County Resident

Recycling is an important part of waste management in the County. The Solid Waste Division encourages Recycling is an important part of waste ...

Temporary Closing of Landfill Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Program

The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Electronics Recycling program at the Landfill will be temporarily closed. The Prince William County Solid ...

Landfill and Balls Ford Road Are Destinations for Industry Tourists

In the solid waste industry, Prince William County facilities are popular destinations for industry managers, operations staff and policymakers. This ...

Dumpster Days By the Numbers

Prince William County Neighborhood Services and Solid Waste Divisions worked with Prince William Board of County Supervisors staff to plan and host ...

Holidays Create Special Waste

The holidays and seasonal chores often create the need for special waste disposal. These important disposal decisions are not made on a routine ...

Solid Waste Decal Speeds Landfill Entry

Free residential user decal for Landfill and Balls Ford Road Compost Facility Prince William County residents may apply for a Solid Waste ...

America Recycles Day – “I Recycle” Pledge through Nov. 20

Pledge online, win a $300 gift card America Recycles Day takes place annually on Nov. 15. Prince William County will join thousands of local ...

Composting Fall Leaves is a Great Activity for Lawn and Garden Health

Fall brings unique flavors like pumpkin spice, leisure activities like watching new TV shows and picturesque scenery like striking colors and falling ...

Businesses Must File Recycling Report by October 15

Businesses, including apartments, churches and charitable organizations in Prince William County, must complete and file an annual recycling report ...

Dumpster Days Offer Residents Convenient Disposal Options

Prince William County Neighborhood Services and Solid Waste Divisions of the Department of Public Works are helping residents, neighborhoods and ...

Safe Handling and Disposal of Hazardous Household Materials

County Helps Residents Safely Manage Potentially Dangerous Waste The Prince William County Landfill has a twice-weekly household hazardous waste ...

Donation Bins Return to Landfill and Compost Facility

Clothing and Textiles are not trash in Prince William County The Prince William County Landfill and Balls Ford Road Compost Facility now have ...

Safe Handling and Disposal of Hazardous Household Materials

County Helps Residents Safely Manage Potentially Dangerous Waste Many ubiquitous products used in homes, yards, and garages contain hazardous ...

June 17 is Waste and Recycling Workers Week

Recognize Essential Workers in PW County Prince William County residents, businesses and organizations are encouraged to celebrate National Waste ...

Flag Retirement Available at County Solid Waste Facilities

American Flag Collection Center Open at County Landfill and Balls Ford Road facility June 14 is Flag Day.   This is the day the United ...

Prince William Cooks Up Compost Awareness Event

A Recipe for Regeneration   The Prince William County Solid Waste Division and its partners Freestate Farms and Virginia Cooperative ...

Special bins make recycling easy

Invite recycling bins to your special event. Prince William County Solid Waste Division offers recycling bins and bags free of charge to support ...

Celebrate and Respect Batteries

Proper Care, Storage and Recycling   February 18 is Battery Day!  A day to pay homage to an everyday item that humans often take for ...

County Yard Waste Collection Program Resumes March 1

Prince William leaves plastic bags behind In December 2020, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors unanimously approved changes to ...

Post-Holiday Waste Disposal Options

Resolve to Recycle and Dispose Responsibly The holidays often bring lots of fancy, new, shiny things into our lives.   This also means ...

Solid Waste News Archive

 Read past news articles and information from the Solid Waste ...

Automotive and Lawnmower Fluid Disposal Advice

There is lots of advice on how often to change the oil in a vehicle depending on the age of the vehicle and the type of oil.  Oil changing ...