Universal waste includes fluorescent light tubes and fixtures, all types of batteries, and games, switches and gauges that contain mercury. Universal waste can no longer be disposed of at a transfer station or landfill. However, some types of universal waste may be disposed of at the Palm Springs Permanent HHW facility. Visit the HHW web site for details.
Tires are no longer accepted at landfills. Desert Valley Disposal will collect a limited amount of tires from your residence at no charge (considered a bulky waste). Only un-mounted tires can be collected. DVD also provides a Citywide Clean-up twice a year where tires are accepted for recycling.
Locations that produce a large volume of animal waste such as ranches or dog training facilities require additional disposal services. Due to the weight of the material and the special handling that is required, additional charges are incurred. Please contact our offices at (760) 329-5030 to find out more.
It's illegal to dispose of in trash cans, home recycling containers or green waste containers. State law requires home-generated sharps to be placed in approved containers for transport and disposal. For information visit these Riverside County links.
Electronic waste targets a whole group of waste that landfills no longer accept. Check the Electronic Waste Events held semi-annually for the proper disposal of your electronic products.