DPW Special Waste Collection Events

Come join us at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion for the DC Department of Public Works (DPW) Special Waste Collection Events! It's your chance to safely dispose or recycle household hazardous waste, electronics, secure documents.

To accommodate everyone in a safe and timely manner, DPW is now requiring registration to participation in the Special Waste Collection Events. Sign up below for a 15-minute entry slot. You can arrive anytime in the 15-minute period and a DPW staff member will be there is assist you. Only one ticket is required per vehicle. No entry will be allowed after 2:00 pm.

Open to DC residents only. Please bring proof of residency (e.g. driver's license, utility bill, lease agreement) and Eventbrite registration. No commercial waste will be allowed.

Acceptable materials:

• Household hazardous waste
• Electronics
• Secure documents to shred

For a complete list of acceptable materials, please visit: .

Safety Tips

• Put away electronic devices to avoid distractions while driving.
• Remove personal items from your trunk when dropping off special waste.
• Please stay in your car at all times.
• Please follow instructions.

Leave No Trace

• Plan Ahead
• Dispose of your waste properly
• Be considerate of others

Our team will be on-site to help you unload and answer any questions you may have. Let's work together to keep our community clean and green. See you there!

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