Electronic / Universal Waste

Butte County • City of Chico • City of Oroville

Electronic waste cannot be disposed of in the trash!

As of February, 2006, the State of California prohibited the disposal of electronic waste, fluorescent tubes, consumer batteries and mercury thermostats in the trash. These items, known as "Universal Waste", can cause serious threats humans, wildlife and the environment if disposed of improperly.

Examples of prohibited wastes:

Electronic / Universal WasteElectronic Waste - Computers, computer peripherals, telephones, answering machines, radios, stereo equipment, tape players/recorders, phonographs, VCRs, CD players/recorders, calculators, and microwave ovens.

Mercury Containing Waste - Fluorescent tubes, high-intensity lights, sodium vapor lamps, metal halide lamps, and mercury thermostats and switches.

Consumer Batteries - Including carbon-zinc and alkaline, rechargeable, NiCad, lithium, and mercury button batteries. This includes AA, AAA, C, and D batteries.

Important Note:
Electronics are not the only common household materials that cannot be disposed of in the trash! Paint, cleaners and poisons are several examples of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW). For more information on HHW, and how to dispose of it properly, please visit our Household Hazardous Waste page.

Proper Storage

  • Never leave hazardous products within reach of children.
  • Never mix chemicals. They can produce deadly gases and possibly explode.
  • Do not dispose of hazardous materials in the trash, sewer, storm drains, bodies of water, or on the ground.
  • Do not refill empty containers unless the label state this is OK.
  • Never remove product labels and always leave products in their original containers.
  • Purchase only what you will need. If you have extra, share with a neighbor.
  • Store in original containers away from food, pets, and children until a household hazardous waste disposal event is held.

Disposal Information

Recology Butte Colusa Counties Facility
This facility accepts all Universal waste, except fluorescent bulbs. Disposal at our facility is FREE* to customers of Recology Butte Colusa Counties in the following service areas:
  • City of Williams
  • Butte County (including Durham, Dayton, Magalia & Sterling City)
  • Colusa County (including Arbuckle, Maxwell & Princeton)
*To qualify for free disposal you must provide proof of residency. Acceptable documents include garbage, water, phone, cable, or electricity bills.

Location:
2720 South Fifth Avenue
Oroville, CA 95965
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Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday8:00am to 4:30pm
Saturdays:8:30am to 4:00pm

For more information about our facility, please contact a customer service representative.

Butte Regional Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Disposal at the facility is FREE* to Butte county residents. No appointment is necessary. Up to 50 pounds of solid waste, or 5 gallons of liquid waste, may disposed of with each visit.

*To qualify for free disposal you must provide proof of residency. Acceptable documents include garbage, water, phone, cable, or electricity bills.

Location:
1101 Marauder Street
Chico, CA 95973
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Hours of Operation:
Fridays:9:00am to 1:00pm
Saturdays:9:00am to 4:00pm

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