Is the Brooke County Solid Waste Authority (BCSWA) the garbage hauler or landfill? No, the BCSWA is not the garbage hauler or landfill.
The BCSWA is a local government agency that oversees: litter control, open & illegal dumping, and recycling in Brooke County.

Who are the garbage haulers in Brooke County?
Republic Services (304) 277-2088
Solid Waste Services (304)-748-0085

Where is the the landfill and what are its hours?
The Brooke County Sanitary Landfill is located on Harmon Creek Road in Colliers, WV.  The hours are 8:00am to 1:00pm Tuesday ~ Thursday.  For more information call 304-748-0014.

When is “free day”?
“Free day” at the Brooke County Sanitary Landfill on the last business day of the month.  For more information call 304-748-0014.

Does the Brooke County Recycling Center (BCRC) pay for recyclables?
No, the BCRC does not pay private citizens or businesses for dropping off materials. All revenue earned from the processing and marketing of recyclable materials is used to provide special recycling events such as: Drop-off Recycling, Ecycling, and Household Hazardous Waste Disposal events.

Who pays for recyclables in Brooke County?
All American Recycling  (304) 748-6161
Weirton Recycling  (304) 748-1407

Does the Brooke County Recycling Center (BCRC) accept computers and other covered electronic devices?
Yes, the BCRC accepts computer, and other covered electronic devices at the BCRC 8:00am to 1:00pm Tuesday ~ Thursday  Please see “Electronics” for a complete list.

How do I dispose of paint/paint cans?
Latex paint
Remove the lid and allow the paint to dry. To speed up the drying process, add cat litter to absorb the paint. Extra drying time may be required if the weather is rainy or humid.
Oil paint
Either paint on a surface or allow to dry or use cat litter to dry the paint in the can. Extra drying time may be required if the weather is rainy or humid.
Paint cans
Once all of the paint is dry, bag up the can and dispose of with regular trash service. Please note that it is illegal for trash haulers to transport liquids so all of the paint must be dry.

How do I dispose of pesticides and chemicals?
Each chemical has its own proper disposal method. For environmentally sound disposal, please contact the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Pesticides or Waste Division at (304) 368-3960 or (304) 368-3950.

How do I report a litter violation?
Report any violations of the West Virginia Litter Law to local or state law enforcement agencies or call the WV State Litter Hotline:  1-800-322-5530.

Does the Brooke County Recycling Center (BCRC) accept waste tires? 
No, the BCRC does not accept tires.  Please call your trash hauler to see if they will accept waste tires with Bulky Goods Day or call all WV DEP (304-368-3950) for more information.  Tires can be held for Tire Amnesty Collections that usually occur in the spring and fall.

How can I recycle items that the community recycling center will not accept?

Please try any of the following local recycling organizations:
All American Recycling  (304) 748-6161
Weirton Recycling  (304) 748-1407