Clean Sweep - Residential -

Residential Clean Sweep events are always held on the second Saturday of May, July, September and November each year, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  May 14, July 9, September 10, and November 12 are the dates for 2011. 

What is Clean Sweep?

Clean Sweep is an annual program sponsored by Eau Claire County for the safe disposal of hazardous household wastes generated in resident's homes. With the exception of Very Small Quantity Generator business collections, Clean Sweep is a residential program. This means that hazardous wastes generated in a commercial enterprise, even if it is a home-based business, may not be brought to Clean Sweep.

Clean Sweep Location, Dates, and Hours of Operation

Clean Sweep collections take place at WRR Environmental Services in Eau Claire, located at 5200 Ryder Road, about 1/4 mile south of Interstate 94. To access the collection site, get onto State Highway 93 south of I-94, turn east onto Lorch Ave (the first road south of the Interstate) as if heading to the car dealerships, and then immediately turn left onto Ryder Road, heading south parallel to Highway 93. Ryder Road was formerly a frontage road to  Highway 93. This will take you directly to the collection site.. 

Materials accepted at no charge:

Pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, fertilizers, solvents, old fuels, cleaners, oil paint, varnish, lacquers, shellac, paint thinners, roofing tar, nail polish remover, lye, polishes, air fresheners, drain cleaners, motor oil

Materials accepted for a fee (prices subject to change without notification):

Latex paint ($1.00 for pint can; $2.00 for quart can; $4.00 for gallon can)

Anti-freeze (25/pound)

Aerosol cans ($1.20/pound)

Dry cell batteries (85 cents/lb for alkaline & Ni-Cad; $3.75/lb for mercury, lithium and button barriers)

Fluorescent lamps (4 ft and under is 35 cents each, 6 & 8 foot lamps are 50 cents each and 35 cents for all compacts, U-shaped and circular light bulbs)

NOTE: Payment is by check or cash, only; credit cards are not accepted.

Materials not accepted:

Biological and infectious wastes

Lead acid batteries

Radioactive materials

Pressurized cylinders

Explosive and shock sensitive materials

Commercial, industrial, institutional and agricultural generated wastes

Collection Procedures:

When you arrive, you will be asked to show proof of county residency and to complete a short registration form. If you have items for which there is a charge, you will pay at this point. After this, you will be directed to the actual drop-off location. WRR staff will unload the materials from your vehicle.