Solid Waste Management

News Archives

Visits to county’s MRWF continue to grow

Visits to county’s MRWF continue to grow

A new record was set in 2023 at the Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility. The facility took in its greatest amount of household hazardous waste yet – more than 74.3 tons.

Posted: January 25, 2024

Read More arrow_forward
Paint recycling program growing quickly in Chelan County

Paint recycling program growing quickly in Chelan County

The Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility started accepting used latex paint for recycling in late June. The facility is now collecting about 70 gallons a day from the public.

Posted: August 05, 2022

Read More arrow_forward
MRWF to accept latex paint beginning June 21

MRWF to accept latex paint beginning June 21

Starting June 21, the Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility will accept used latex paint for recycling and safe disposal.

Posted: June 16, 2022

Read More arrow_forward
Free shredded wood chips available

Free shredded wood chips available

Free shredded wood chips are available at the county’s Dryden and Chelan transfer stations as well as at the Leavenworth brush drop-off site. Wood chips from the Leavenworth site are only for application within the Apple Maggot Quarantine Area of Chelan County.

Posted: April 05, 2022

Read More arrow_forward
Christmas tree recycling

Christmas tree recycling

Ready to take down that Christmas tree? We share some options for how to recycle your tree. This post has been updated.

Posted: December 27, 2021

Read More arrow_forward
County project receives governor’s Smart Communities Award

County project receives governor’s Smart Communities Award

The Governor's Office recently announced the 11 Smart Communities Award winners for 2020-21. Among the winners are Chelan County and the cities of Chelan County, who are recognized for their partnership in building the Moderate Risk Waste Facility, a year-round community resource that safely disposes of household hazardous wastes.

Posted: October 06, 2021

Read More arrow_forward
How do I dispose of latex paint?

How do I dispose of latex paint?

Watch our video on how to dispose of latex and water-based paints. You'll see just how easy it is!

Posted: October 10, 2020

Read More arrow_forward
More people using new MRWF than expected

More people using new MRWF than expected

More than 26 tons of household hazardous waste has been collected since the beginning of the year at the new Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility.

Posted: August 31, 2020

Read More arrow_forward
Dryden Transfer Station to close 10 days for repairs

Dryden Transfer Station to close 10 days for repairs

From June 1 through June 10, the Dryden Transfer Station will be closed to all customers so a contractor can make needed repairs. The facility will re-open on June 11.

Posted: May 15, 2020

Read More arrow_forward

Solid Waste Management Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!