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How to Dispose of Incandescent Bulbs in Portland, OR

In Portland, incandescent bulbs follows the same verified program pathway as fluorescent bulbs. Portland-area residents use Oregon Metro hazardous waste facilities for paint, chemicals, batteries, propane (even empty), and fluorescents. Primary site: Metro Central Transfer Station, 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland (also Metro South, Oregon City). Call 503-234-3000 for appointments. Fluorescent lamps are Metro HHW materials.

Incandescent Bulbs is listed on the Portland HHW program. Same official source as the city hhw rules.

Category: HouseholdIncandescent Bulbs disposal near mePortland HHWCity program · Oregon Metro — Common hazardous productsVerified 2026-08-11Multnomah County HHW
StatusBanned from landfills
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteMetro HHW — Metro Central / South (503-234-3000)
PathwayMetro Central Transfer Station — 6161 NW 61st Ave
Verified2026-08-11
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeMetro HHW — Metro Central / South (503-234-3000)
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeMetro Central Transfer Station — 6161 NW 61st Ave
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-11

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Same channel as fluorescent bulbs?

Yes — same city/county program; confirm acceptance for unusual sizes or commercial loads.

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Based on Oregon Metro — Common hazardous products (audited).

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