7:30 AM–3 PM
Solid Waste
https://www.co.portage.wi.gov/396/Solid-Waste
Portage County Dump: Hours, Fees, and Disposal Information
Portage County Solid Waste manages the Transfer Facility in Plover, Wisconsin, providing waste disposal and recycling services to county residents. Here’s a comprehensive guide to their hours, fees, and disposal guidelines to help you plan your waste disposal trips effectively.
Hours of Operation
The Transfer Facility is open to the public during the following hours:
- Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Saturday (December – February): 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM (first Saturday of each month)
- Saturday (March – April): 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- Saturday (May – August): 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
- Saturday (September – November): 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
The facility is closed on major holidays, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Fees
Portage County Solid Waste accepts cash, check, Visa, Discover, or Mastercard for payment. The fees for various disposal items are as follows:
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Garbage (Minimum Charge) | $20 flat rate |
| Garbage (Commercial & Residential) | $66.25 per ton |
| Garbage (Construction & Demolition) | $66.25 per ton |
| Mattress | $15 each |
| Box Spring | $15 each |
| Crib Mattress | $5 each |
| Boats (up to 16ft) | $40 or by weight, whichever is more |
| Electronics (Computer Tower) | $15 each |
| Electronics (Laptop) | $3.50 each |
| Electronics (Monitors) | $15 each |
| Electronics (Small) | $2.50 each |
| Television (Up to 20″ Diagonally) | $26 each |
| Television (Over 20″ Diagonally) | $32.50 each |
| Miscellaneous Electronics | $5 each |
| Batteries (Alkaline) | Free |
| Batteries (Rechargeable) | $2 per pound |
| Batteries (Lead Acid) | $2 per pound |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Ballast) | $3.50 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Compact Fluorescent Light) | $0.50 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Fluorescent Tube – 4 ft or smaller) | $0.50 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Fluorescent Tube – over 4 ft) | $0.75 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Halogen Bulb) | $2 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (HID Bulb) | $2 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Incandescent Bulb) | $0.75 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (LED Bulb) | $2 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Sodium Bulb) | $2 each |
| Light Bulbs & Ballasts (Miscellaneous Bulbs) | $2 each |
| Recycling (Minimum Charge) | $5 flat rate |
| Recycling (Commercial & Residential) | $80 per ton |
| Confidential Shredding (3 box max.) | $5 per box |
| Appliances (Small) | $3 each |
| Appliances (Air Conditioner) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Dehumidifier) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Dishwasher) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Dryer) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Freezer) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Furnace) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Microwave) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Refrigerator) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Stove) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Washing Machine) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Water Cooler) | $20 each |
| Appliances (Water Heater) | $15 each |
| Appliances (Workout Equipment) | $5 each |
| Tires (Bicycle) | $2 each |
| Tires (Car/Truck) | $5 each |
| Tires (Car/Truck on Rim) | $15 each |
| Tires (Semi-Truck) | $15 each |
| Tires (Tractor) | $25 each |
| Tires (Bulk Tire Rate) | $325 per ton |
| Compressed Gas Cylinders (1 lbs.) | $3 each |
| Compressed Gas Cylinders (2-99 lbs.) | $15 each |
| Compressed Gas Cylinders (100 lbs.) | $25 each |
| Oil | Free |
| Oil Filter | $0.25 each |
| Oil Absorbent | $4 per pound |
| Anti-freeze | Free |
| Household Hazardous Waste | $0.75 to $3 per pound |
Disposal Guidelines
- Unsecured Loads: Loads must be secured with tarps, ropes, winch straps, netting, or chains to prevent items from becoming loose or detached during transport. Unsecured loads may be refused or subject to an additional $10 surcharge.
- Household Hazardous Waste: Residents can dispose of household hazardous waste, such as pesticides, herbicides, cleaners, paints, chemicals, gas, and aerosols, by appointment only. Call (715) 346-1931 to schedule an appointment. Fees apply.
- Document Shredding: Secure document shredding is available at the Transfer Facility. A limit of three bank-sized boxes may be brought at a time, with a $5 per box fee.
- Sharps Disposal: Used needles, lancets, and other sharps must be disposed of separately from regular trash or recyclables. Bring sharps to one of the following locations:
- Metro Market Pharmacies in Stevens Point & Plover
- Hometown Pharmacies in Stevens Point & Plover
- Portage County Solid Waste MRF in Plover
- Medication Disposal: Properly dispose of unwanted medication at the Plover or Stevens Point Police Stations or the Portage County Sheriff’s Office during normal business hours. Place medication in a sealed plastic bag. Never flush medication down the drain.
Contact Information
Portage County Solid Waste
600 Moore Rd.
Plover, WI 54467
Phone: (715) 343-6297
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.portage.wi.gov/396/Solid-Waste
Additional Resources
7:30 AM–3 PM
[PDF] Portage County Solid Waste & Recycling Fees
https://villageofwhiting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Transfer-Facility-Fees-January-2022.pdf