Garbage
Drop-off Locations
Waste and Recovery Center (WARC)
Address: 2420 Hogum Bay Road NE, Lacey, WA 98516
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.–4:45 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m.–4:45 p.m.
Access: Use the north entrance at the Thurston County Waste and Recovery Center.
Rainier Drop-Box
Address: 13010 Rainier Acres Road SE, Rainier, WA 98576
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Rochester Drop-Box
Address: 16500 Sargent Road SW, Rochester, WA 98579
Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
All county drop-off locations are closed on the following holidays: New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
Before You Go
Who can use county facilities
Thurston County Solid Waste facilities are intended for use by people who live in Thurston County and businesses of Thurston County.
Drop-Box facilities load size limit
- Load size: Rainier and Rochester Drop-Box loads must be eight (8) cubic yards or less. Larger loads will be directed to the WARC.
- No mechanized dumping: Waste cannot be dumped at the drop-box facilities using vehicles with hydraulic or otherwise mechanized dump beds or trailers. Customers must unload all materials by hand.
Secure your load
Washington law requires motorists to cover and secure their loads (RCW 46.61.655) to prevent cargo from breaking free. The Waste and Recovery Center (WARC) has an un-tarping area near the entrance. Please uncover loads before proceeding to the scales—this helps make the unloading process go more smoothly.
Follow these simple tips:
- Place lighter items below heavier items to keep them in place.
- Tie down items using rope, netting, straps, or chains. Securely fasten large items directly to your vehicle.
- Add extra protection by covering the entire load with a tarp or netting. Make sure that any covering is securely tied down.
- Don't overload vehicles or trailers.
- Double-check to be sure the load is secure.
- Speed, weight, and gravity are not load securing devices. Ropes, straps, and netting are load securing devices.
Traffic at the Waste and Recovery Center (WARC)
The chart below shows the average traffic level at the WARC on different days and times. Visit during times marked green or yellow for the shortest wait times. Actual traffic and wait times may vary, especially due to special events or holidays.
Fees & Acceptance List
Payment options:
Cash, check, debit card, all major credit cards (Discover, Visa, AMEX and MasterCard only), and Apple Pay
Payment by debit or credit card has an additional $2.00 processing fee.
All rates include 3.6% state refuse tax where applicable.
NSF Fee: $30.00 fee for insufficient funds
| MATERIAL | FEE | ADDITIONAL SPECIAL HANDLING FEES | ACCEPTED AT: |
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Garbage Passenger tires (limit 5 per day per vehicle) |
$18 minimum $119 / ton (prorated)
Drop boxes:
$18 / cubic yard (Minimum 1 cu. yd.) |
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| Construction and demolition debris Includes, but is not limited to, lumber, building scraps, concrete, bricks, asphalt, sheetrock, wire, pipe, fencing, rocks/soil, and insulation, as well as remodeling debris such as carpet, flooring, cabinetry, and bathroom fixtures. |
$18 minimum (under 300 pounds) $119 / ton (prorated) Drop boxes: $31 / cubic yard (Minimum 1 cu. yd.) |
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| Roofing debris Includes, but is not limited to, asphalt shingles, wood shingles, and metal roofing. |
$18 minimum $119 / ton (prorated) |
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| TVs and monitors Fee applies to all TVs and monitors. |
$18 minimum $119 / ton (prorated)
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$18 / item special handling fee added to the regular garbage fee |
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| Asbestos See preparation and labeling requirements here. |
$22 minimum $143 / ton |
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| Refrigerated appliances Such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning units, water coolers, dehumidifiers, etc. |
$18 minimum $119 / ton (prorated)
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$18/ item special handling fee added to the regular garbage fee |
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Food and yard waste See list of accepted materials.
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$9 minimum $45 / ton (less than 10 cubic yards, prorated) $37 / ton (10+ cubic yards, prorated) |
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Recyclables (clean, dry and separated by material type)
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No Charge | |
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Donations
Clothing |
No Charge | |
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Curbside Service
Thurston County does not provide or oversee curbside waste collection services. Contact the service provider in your area to set up service or ask a question. See the service chart.
View, download, or print your current curbside service acceptance list:
Thurston County Recycling and Compost Guide.pdf
Thurston County Recycling and Compost Guide - Español.pdf
City of Olympia Accepted Materials Guide.pdf
Not finding what you need? Visit WhereDoITakeMy.org for more info.
Bulky Item Pickup
Both the City of Olympia and LeMay Enterprises pick up large, bulky items for disposal for an extra fee. They also have bins that can be placed at your location for those larger clean-up jobs. Contact your service provider.
Outdoor Burning
Questions and concerns regarding outdoor burning should be directed to the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA). ORCAA is a local government agency with authority for air quality issues in Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties.
Construction & Demolition (C&D)
C&D debris represents more than 7% of the trash thrown away in Thurston County. The good news is much of it is reusable or recyclable. Check our recycling page for tips on how to reduce your C&D garbage haul before visiting a county facility.
Remember, county facilities cannot recycle C&D debris. Any waste taken to the Waste and Recovery Center or either drop-box facility will be charged and processed as garbage.
Asbestos
Asbestos may be found in a wide range of household and manufactured goods. To find out how to properly label and dispose of asbestos-containing materials, review the fees and special handling information for the HazoHouse at the Waste and Recovery Center.
A permit is required prior to the removal of asbestos. For details, please go to the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency website or call (360) 539-7610.