Hazardous Materials Program

Through permit and inspection processes, as well as public educational programs, the Hazardous Materials staff work to protect human health and the environment by ensuring that hazardous materials and hazardous waste are properly managed. 

Hazardous Waste

Hazardous Waste

Clandestine Drug Lab Waste

Clandestine Drug Lab Waste

Underground Storage Tanks

Underground Storage Tanks

Hazardous Materials Emergency Response

Hazardous Materials Emergency Response
 

Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) Program

Household Hazardous Waste

Contact Us

Hazardous Materials Program Placerville Office

2850 Fairlane Court
Building C
Placerville, CA 95667
(530) 621-5300
(530) 626-7130 Fax
Local phone numbers for El Dorado Hills (916) 358-3555 x 5300 

Other Programs

California Drug Take-Back Program

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Don't dispose medications in the trash or toilet!  Use one of the approved medical waste bins located here:

  • Safeway Pharmacy #1724 - 3955 Missouri Flat Rd, Placerville (530) 295-2977.  Accepts controlled and non-controlled medications.  
  • Safeway Pharmacy #1618 - 3380 Coach Ln, Cameron Park (530) 676-6938.   Accepts controlled and non-controlled medications. 

What can I put in the med bin? 

 

  • Prescription medications – only certain locations accept Schedule II to V Controlled Substance medications. Please check the bin locations map for information about what types of medications each site can accept.
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Medicated ointments and lotions (leave tightly sealed in original containers)
  • Pet medications

Questions on the program?

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