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Solid Waste & Recycling
https://www.villageofcolfaxwi.org/solid-waste-recycling
Introduction
Are you searching for the most up-to-date dump hours in Colfax, Wisconsin? Look no further! This article provides a comprehensive guide to the Colfax and Elk Mound Collection Sites, including their hours of operation, fees, and a detailed list of accepted materials. Whether you’re a resident or a business owner, this information will help you dispose of your waste responsibly and efficiently.
Click here to access the official website of Colfax, Wisconsin for more information: https://www.villageofcolfaxwi.org/solid-waste-recycling
Colfax and Elk Mound Collection Sites
The Colfax and Elk Mound Collection Sites are located at the following address:
- 613 Main Street, Colfax, WI 54730
Hours of Operation
Beginning April 1, 2023, the collection sites will operate on the following schedule:
- Wednesdays: 1 pm to 5 pm
- Saturdays: 8 am to 3 pm
Fees
Normal household trash disposal is free for residents with a current Colfax or Elk Mound Solid Waste Permit. Non-permit holders will be charged $3.00 per bag or barrel of trash. Permits can be obtained by calling the Village of Colfax Clerk’s Office at 715-962-3311.
Accepted Materials
The Colfax and Elk Mound Collection Sites accept a wide range of materials, including:
- Household Trash: Normal household trash, including food scraps, paper products, and packaging.
- Mandated Recycling: Mixed paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, aluminum cans and foil, steel cans, #1 PETE bottles/jars, #2 HOPE bottles/jugs, #4 LOPE film, #5 PP plastic tubs/lids, and #5 PP grain sacks.
- Demolition Materials: Cinder blocks, concrete, drywall, lumber, railroad ties, and shingles.
- Yard Waste and Brush: Grass clippings, leaves, and small branches.
- Non-Mandated Recycling: Tires, batteries, bulbs, appliances, electronics, farm plastics, oils, antifreeze, etc. (fees apply).
Fee List
The following is a detailed fee list for non-mandated recycling items:
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Hot Loads (Refrigerators, Freezers, Drinking Fountains, Water Coolers, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners) | $15.00 each |
| Standard Appliances (Stoves, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Furnaces, Water Heaters) | $10.00 each |
| Water Softeners | $10.00 each |
| Vacuum Cleaners, Carpet Cleaners | $3.00 each |
| Microwaves, Lawnmowers | $5.00 each |
| Treadmills, Bow Flex, Stationary Bicycles, Exercise Equipment | $10.00 each |
| All other scrap metal items not listed above | FREE |
| Lead Acid (auto batteries) | FREE |
| Alkaline (household), Nickel Cadmium, Nickel Metal Hydride (power packs), Lithium Ion | $1.00 per pound |
| Lithium Primary, Unsorted | $5.00 per pound |
| Compact Fluorescent, Incandescent, Halogen, Flood Lamp, Heat Lamp, Headlight, All Straight Fluorescent Lamps, Ultraviolet, Germicidal, Insect Zapper Fluorescent Lamps | $1.00 each |
| Circular and U-Shape Fluorescent Lamps, High Intensity Discharge Bulbs, Vacuum Tubes, HID & LED Bulbs | $3.00 each |
| Whole Fluorescent & LED Lighting Fixtures | $10.00 each |
| Holiday Lights & LED Rope Lights | FREE |
| PCB Ballasts | $5.00 each |
| Non-PCB Ballasts | FREE |
| Neon Tube Lamps | $12.00 each |
| Whole Neon Signs | $25.00 each |
| Small Propane -1 lb MAPP (used for welding and cutting torches), CO2, Oxygen and Industrial Gas Cylinders | $3.00 each |
| 2lb – 100 lb Propane, Helium, Oxygen and Industrial Gases, CO2/N2 and Single Gas Refrigerants Cylinders | $15.00 each |
| Refrigerant Cylinders | $80 each |
| Polyfoam Spray Systems | $575.00 per tank |
| C&D Wastes at Collection Sites | $20.00 • $40.00 per cubic yard, depending on weight |
| All Toilets, with or without Tank | $10.00 each |
| Railroad Ties | $2.00 per foot if less than 8′ or $10.00 per tie if 8′ or greater |
| Ink and Toner Cartridges, CD’s, DVD’s, VHS Tapes, Cassette Tapes, Vinyl Records, Floppy Disks, USB Jump Drives, Game Cartridges, Circuit Boards, Power Cords, Extension Cords, and other Insulated Copper or Aluminum Wire | FREE |
| Cell Phones, Tablets, Digital Cameras | FREE |
| Computer Towers, Battery Chargers, Battery Jumper Packs, PlayStation, X-Box, Atari, Laptops, Servers, Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Uninterruptible Power Supply, Powered Subwoofers, Powered Loudspeakers | $5.00 each |
| Karaoke Machine with CRT Screen, Portable DVD Player with Flat Screen | $10.00 each |
| Keyboards, Mice, Webcams, Computer Speakers, Modems, Routers, Remotes | $1.00 each |
| Stereo Receivers, Cassette Decks, CB and Car Radios, DVD/CD Players, VCR’s, Satellite Receivers, Shredders, Fax Machines, Scanners, Desktop Printers, Video Cameras, Boom Boxes, Electric Typewriters, Label Makers, Computer Power Supplies, Office Phones, Wall Phones, Answering Machines | $3.00 each |
| Computer Monitors, Console Stereos | $10.00 each |
| Flat Screen and CRT TV’s under 19″ | $15.00 each |
| Flat Screen and CRT TV’s 20″-39″ | $20.00 each |
| Flat Screen and CRT TV’s 40″ and over | $30.00 each |
| Console TV’s, Projection TV’s | $40.00 each |
| Dismantled TV’s or Monitors | $35.00 each |
| Floor Model Printers, Copiers, All-in-One Units | $50 each |
| Broken TV’s or Monitors | $40.00 each |
| Kitchen chairs, Office or Desk Chairs, Small Wooden Tables, Small Night Stands, Small Dressers | $7.00 each |
| Upholstered or Reclining Chairs, Large Wooden Tables, Large Night Stands, Large Dressers | $15.00 each |
| Love Seats, Sofas, Couches, Reclining Couches, Sectional Couches, Hide-A-Beds | $30.00 each |
| Crib Mattress or Crib Box Spring | $75.00 each |
| Single, Twin, and Futon Mattresses or like-sized Box Springs | $15.00 each |
| Full, Queen, and King Mattresses or like-sized Box Springs | $20.00 each |
| Floor and Table Lamps | FREE |
| Mercury containing devices such as Thermostats, Thermometers, and Switches | FREE |
| Used Oil Filters | FREE with a current Colfax or Elk Mound Solid Waste & Recycling Permit |
| Used Oil and Antifreeze | FREE with a current Colfax or Elk Mound Solid Waste & Recycling Permit |
| Mixed Rigid Plastics & Other Bulky Items | Fees will vary based on the size and weight of each item |
| Tires | Fees vary depending on the type and size of tire |
| Solid Waste Permits | $200.00 per-year for Non-Participating Municipalities |
Additional Information
- The Colfax and Elk Mound Police Departments collect unwanted medications year-round, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
- Liquid and solid chemicals, and hazardous wastes such as paints, cleaning supplies, solvents, fuels, etc., are only accepted at an Annual Clean Sweep Event.
- All materials should be sorted and placed in the appropriate containers.
- Residents are encouraged to recycle as much as possible to reduce waste and protect the environment.
Conclusion
The Colfax and Elk Mound Collection Sites provide a convenient and affordable way for residents and businesses to dispose of their waste. By following the hours of operation, fees, and accepted materials guidelines, you can ensure that your waste is disposed of responsibly and efficiently. Remember to recycle whenever possible to minimize waste and protect our planet.
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