Hopewell City Dump Hours

Hopewell City Dump Hours: Everything You Need to Know

The Citizen’s Convenience Center in Hopewell, Virginia, is a convenient location for residents to dispose of most types of residential waste. The center is operated by the Department of Public Works and is located at 507 Station Street.

Hours of Operation:

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
• Saturdays: 8 am to 4:30 pm

Fees:

Fees are based on vehicle type, quantity, and classification of the debris.

Items Accepted:

• Air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, and other products containing CHC/GCFC gases (removal fee of $10.00 per unit)
• Tires (up to 8 tires/year without rims: $1.00/passenger tire, $2.00/LT truck tire)
• Brush (any length brush up to 6 inches in diameter, yard and garden waste)
• Leaves and pine needles
• Car seats
• Mattresses
• Household furniture
• Major appliances (washers, dryers, stoves, hot water heaters)

Items Not Accepted:

• Stumps and logs over 6 inches in diameter
• Lumber with a cross section area greater than 30 square inches (unless cut up)
• Concrete or masonry products
• Automobile and vehicle parts
• Wet cell batteries
• Petroleum based products
• Asbestos and other hazardous products
• Kitchen or food waste
• Paint and other liquids

Guidelines:

• Only City of Hopewell residents may use the Convenience Center to dispose of waste generated on property located within the city limits.
• Businesses and contractors are not allowed to use the center.
• Fees are based on vehicle type, quantity, and classification of the debris.
• Customers are responsible for unloading their vehicles in designated locations.
• Residents bringing mixed loads (refuse and yard waste) will be charged the service fee appropriate for the vehicle.
• Construction and demolition debris will be accepted provided the resident is performing the actual labor on his or her primary residence. A copy of the building permit showing the property owner as the contractor must be shown to the attendant. Debris created by contractors working for residents will not be accepted. Landlords who are physically performing maintenance and repair activities on their rental property may use the center provided they comply with all other requirements.

Programs:

• Mulch: Untreated mulch is available at no cost. The attendant will assist in loading vehicles when safety and time permit. The City of Hopewell is not responsible for damage to vehicles while loading mulch.
• CFC/HCFC Removal: EPA air quality regulations require that the compounds commonly referred to as “freon” be removed from appliances before they are discarded. All appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers must be tagged by a licensed technician before disposal. There is a $10.00 charge for this service.
• Propane Grill Tank Disposal: Obsolete propane tanks are accepted for recycling. Propane tanks with a capacity ranging between 4-40 pounds, including the 20 pound standard size usually supplied with gas grills are accepted.
• White Goods Recycling: Major household appliances such as washers, dryers, stoves, and water heaters are accepted for recycling.

Miscellaneous:

• Recyclable items are removed from the waste stream and diverted to qualified recycling markets. The following recyclable materials are collected: yard waste, appliances, scrap metal, tires, “freon” gas, propane tanks, rechargeable batteries, and cell phones.
• The Clean City Commission sponsors quarterly “Clean-Up Weeks.” Most fees are waived and operating hours are extended.
• Convenience Center hours may be extended, following periods of severe weather.
• The center will be closed in conjunction with observed holidays and during inclement weather.

For more information, please visit the Citizen’s Convenience Center website at https://www.hopewellva.gov/548/Citizens-Convenience-Center or call (804) 541-2200.