Household Hazardous Waste • Shredding • Prescription Take‑Back

Lexington County Solid Waste Management

Lexington County partners with local organizations to provide special collection opportunities throughout the year. These programs help residents safely dispose of hazardous materials, confidential documents, and unused medications. Because schedules vary, please follow Lexington County Solid Waste Management on Facebook or download the Lexington County Solid Waste App for current dates, times, and locations.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)

Hosted by: Lexington County Solid Waste Management & Republic Services
Occurs: Select Fridays and Saturdays

Household Hazardous Waste includes materials that can be dangerous when disposed of improperly. These items should never be placed in household trash or poured down drains.

Accepted Items

• Paints and solvents
• Household cleaners and chemicals
• Pesticides and fertilizers
• Kerosene & brake fluid
• Lithium or button batteries
• Aerosols and pool chemicals
• Electronics (Up to 5 electronics accepted when collection is offered)

Not Accepted

• Commercial or industrial waste
• Medical waste

Note: 

Electronics are accepted at Edmund Landfill during normal business hours. Up to 5 electronics per day are accepted per Lexington County Resident Household.

Residents should keep materials in original containers, secure lids, and transport items upright for safe handling. Proof of residency is required.

Document Shredding

Hosted by: Keep the Midlands Beautiful
Occurs: Select Saturdays

These community shredding events help protect personal information and reduce paper waste.

Accepted Items

• Confidential personal papers
• Financial documents
• Old tax files
• Medical records
• Any paper containing sensitive information

Guidelines

• Residential material only
• Paper must be dry
• Limit: 5 boxes or bags per household
• Proof of residency required
• Remove all metal and binders EXCEPT Staples, rubberbands and paperclips.

Shredded material is securely handled and recycled whenever possible.

Prescription Drug Take‑Back

Hosted by: Lexington County Sheriff’s Department
Occurs: April and October annually

Prescription Drug Take‑Back events help keep unused or expired medications out of homes, landfills, and waterways.

Accepted Items

• Prescription medications
• Over‑the‑counter medications
• Tablets, capsules

Not Accepted

• Needles, syringes, or sharps
• Liquid medication
• Medical equipment
• Items restricted by event-specific guidelines

Proper disposal helps prevent misuse, protects children and pets, and keeps local water systems safe.

Stay Updated

Because event schedules vary, please follow Lexington County Solid Waste Management on Facebook or download the Lexington County Solid Waste App to receive timely updates on all HHW, Shredding, and Prescription Take‑Back opportunities.