WAYNESBORO, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Waynesboro Facilities Shop will be the site for the annual Household Hazardous Waste Day this weekend.

Residents of Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County are invited to bring household hazardous waste materials to the shop on Essex Avenue this Saturday from 8:30am to noon.

Items that will be accepted:

  • Aerosolized Cans
  • Batteries (NiCad, NiMH, Lithium, Lithium Ion)
  • CFL & Fluorescent Bulbs
  • Gasoline
  • Polyurethane
  • Oil-based paints & stains
  • Herbicides
  • Pesticides
  • Solvents: Acidic and Basic
  • Propane Tanks
  • Mercury Devices

The landfill will accept used oil, antifreeze, dried latex paint, and lead acid batteries any time of year. You can find the full list of what is accepted on the Augusta Regional Landfill website. 

Items that will NOT be accepted:

  • Hazardous materials from businesses [This event is for households only, per EPA and DEQ regulations.]
  • Unknown or unlabeled containers
  • Electronics; televisions; water-based (latex) paint; household (alkaline) batteries; vehicle tires – Please take these items to the landfill.
  • Motor Oil; Diesel Fuel; Transmission Fluid; Kerosene; Hydraulic Oil; Lamp Oil – Recycle at the landfill.
  • Prescription Drugs: see the medication disposal page on their website for more information. The Sheriff’s office will also dispose of unneeded pills at their office in Verona.