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Residential Collection Service

Curbside Recycling

Curbside recycling is available to ALL residents of Clark County. In some cities and urban growth areas, curbside recycling is mandatory. In all areas, recycling is picked up on the same day as garbage (self-haul garbage customers are given a recycling schedule). Residents are assigned a pick-up day when they sign up for garbage service.

How do I know who my recycling service provider is?

In all areas of Clark County except the greater Woodland area, contact Waste Connections, Inc. (360) 892-5370 or email customerhelp@wasteconnections.com

If you live within the City of Woodland, you may contact Waste Control at (360) 225-7808. 

What goes into those plastic bins?

Green Bin: Aluminum
Glass bottles and jars
Milk cartons/drink boxes
Plastic bottles
Tin cans
Empty Aerosol Cans
Brown Bin: Newspapers
Tan Bin: Mixed Paper
Beside the Bins: Corrugated Cardboard
Motor Oil
Scrap Metal
Anti-freeze
Household Batteries

How do I prepare the materials that go into my bins?

For a complete list of how to prepare your materials for the recycle bin, see the Recycling Refresher Page.

Can I self-haul my own recycling?

Yes. Both transfer stations will accept your self-hauled recyclables. West Van Materials Recovery Center offers a buy back program for some recyclable commodities. Please call (360) 737-1727 for specific information on the types of commodities accepted, minimum quantities to qualify, material preparation requirements and current buy back rates.

What am I allowed to self-haul?

Items accepted are:

  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Mixed waste paper
  • Empty aerosol cans/tin cans
  • Aluminum cans
  • Scrap metal
  • Glass (sort by color)
  • Milk jugs
  • Plastic bottles
  • Corrugated cardboard
  • Antifreeze
  • Motor oil
  • Vegetable oil
  • Auto Batteries
  • Household batteries

Items accepted for a fee:

  • Yard debris
  • Clean wood
  • Sheet rock
  • Appliances

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Clark County Public Works - Recycling and Solid Waste Program:
Anita Largent, Manager

Street Address: 1300 Franklin Street, 1st Floor, Vancouver, WA 98660
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9810, Vancouver, WA 98666-9810
Main phone: (360) 397-6118 ext. 4352 | Fax: (360) 397-2062
TTY: (360) 397-6057
E-mail: solidwaste@clark.wa.gov

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