| Household
Chemical Collection Center
Located at 1226 W. Nichols, the Household Chemical
Collection Center(HCCC) is open year-round and provides a
safe means of disposal for unneeded household chemicals, thereby
keeping these materials out of the waste stream while helping
to protect the Springfield/Greene County groundwater supply.
There is no charge to use the HCCC.
The goal at the HCCC is to recycle, reuse, or
properly dispose of the materials received while ensuring
the safety of the public, our environment, and the technicians.
Currently, nearly 90% of the materials are reused or recycled.
Call 864-2000 to make schedule an appointment
to drop off items at the HCCC. Please see the Household
Chemical Collection Center brochure (PDF 148kb) for detailed
information on using the HCCC.
A word about paint...
Because latex (water-based) paint can be disposed of safely
in the trash if the following procedures are in place, we
encourage residents to use this alternative:
Soak up paint by mixing it with an absorbant material (ex.
cat litter) or a commercially prepared absorbant (ex. waste
paint hardener) available at hardware/home improvement stores.
Place the empty and completely dry paint can in your trash
to be picked up by your waste hauler. Lids must be removed
for the hauler's inspection.
Did you know....
Automotive batteries, button batteries, antifreeze
and motor oil can be recycled through various local businesses.
Check out the Recycling Guide
for more information.
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