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How to Dispose of Car Battery in Washington, DC

Take car battery to DC DPW Special Waste Collection Events — no permanent daily HHW depot. Register in advance; bring District residency proof. Keep chemicals off bulk piles.

Category: HazardousCar Battery disposal near meWashington HHWCity program · DC DPW — Special Waste Collection EventsVerified 2026-08-12District of Columbia HHW
StatusBanned from landfills
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteSpecial Waste Events only — no permanent depot
PathwayDC DPW Special Waste Events (RFK Lot 8)
Verified2026-08-12
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeSpecial Waste Events only — no permanent depot
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeDC DPW Special Waste Events (RFK Lot 8)
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-12

Common questions

Permanent HHW?

No — events only.

Bulk for paint?

No.

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