Hazardous Materials
Johnson County residents can safely dispose of their old or unwanted paint, stain, yard chemicals and other household hazardous waste by appointment only at the Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste facility. Recycled latex paint is available for purchase through the Re-Blended paint program, and residents can also find usable items in the Free Store.
By Appointment Only:
Construction Around Facility
Due to ongoing road construction, the roads around the HHW facility may have lane closures or detours. Lane closures on College Boulevard eastbound from Mastin to Antioch also are impacting travel in the area. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, click on the link above or call 913-715-6907. If the construction causes you to be late to an existing appointment, that is okay.
Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (closed for lunch noon-1 p.m.) This is for all drop-off appointments, free store and purchasing paint.
Important things to note:
- Free Store and buying paint park in front of the building.
- No appointment is needed for free store or purchasing paint during regular listed hours.
- Gates will not be opened until 8 a.m.
- Saturday events take place on the 2nd Saturday of the month March-October- By appointment only
- Mobile pickup is available to home-bound residents. Call 913-715-6907 for more information.
Location
The Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste facility is located at 11231 Mastin Street, Overland Park, Kansas 66210.
We are located east of 69 Highway and College Boulevard. Drop-offs are by appointment only.
The City of Olathe operates a collection facility that currently accepts items from all Johnson County residents. This may be a more convenient option if you live in southern Johnson County. Go to City of Olathe Household Hazardous Collection Facility to learn more.
Parking Instructions
- Going to the Free Store or buying paint, please park in the front of the building.
- Dropping off you will enter through the gate
Changes to accepted items
Due to issues with disposing of these items we are no longer be accepting the following items:
- Compressed gas cylinders other than those listed on the Accepted Items list
- Fire Extinguishers- check RecycleSpot
- Large Freon cylinders (empty cylinders will still be accepted)
- Tires- can go to ABC Tire recycling, also check with tire shops like Discount Tire, charges may apply
Complete list of Accepted Items
If you have questions please call 913-715-6907.
You can find additional recycling options for these items at RecyleSpot or MRC Recycling.
Other HHW options
The City of Olathe operates a collection facility that currently accepts items from all Johnson County residents. This may be a more convenient option if you live in southern Johnson County. Go to City of Olathe Household Hazardous Collection Facility to learn more.
If you are not a Johnson County resident RecycleSpot has information on other area programs.
Electronic Recycling
The Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste facility doesn't accept electronics. There are several options for recycling electronics - anything with a cord or batteries. Charges may apply for certain items. Recycling options can be found on our electronic recycling page.