Businesses or residents can set up a Transfer Station account.  This allows you to haul material into the transfer station as needed and be billed monthly.  You will be required to sign a receipt upon exiting the facility and you will be given a copy of this receipt.  This is also an option for residential customers who have gone over their yearly allowance on their residential permits.

The speed limit on the road approaching the scale (from Benton Ave.) to the posted speed limit sign at the scale is 25 mph.  The speed limit from that point forward is 15 mph.  Please abide by the posted speed limits.  Speeding can result in loss of privileges to use the Transfer Station.

Residential users must show permits in order to use the Transfer Station. City and County residential solid waste fees are paid for on residential property taxes. If you are renting, please check with your landlord.

City of Helena Residents - Helena property owners may obtain permits by bringing proof of residency to the Transfer Station.  If the home is a brand new construction, property owner must go to the City County Building, 3rd Floor, Finance Dept. and pay a pro-rated solid waste assessment.  You can pick up your permit @ that time.

Scratchgravel Landfill District Residents - If you live within the Scrathgravel Landfill District - call the County Public Works Department for permit information at 447-8037.

East Helena Residents - City of East Helena residents should call the City of East Helena at 227-5321 for permit information.

Grass clippings, leaves and small branches are accepted for composting. These materials are then transported to a private contractor for co-composting with bio-solids.

Grass Clippings and Leaves - Place grass and leaves into designated piles. Empty bags into piles and properly dispose of bags.

Branches - Place branches in designated location. Do not contaminate with garbage or other wood waste.

Car Batteries - Please store in an upright position and place in designated container.

Waste Oil - Accepted from residential users in quantities of 5 gallons or less per visit to the Transfer Station. Please bring oil in a container that can be left at the Transfer Station. Do not mix with antifreeze or other liquids.   

Antifreeze - Accepted in quantities of 5 gallons or less. Do not mix with other liquids.

Tires - A $2.00 per tire recycling fee is charged. Tires on rims are $5.00 each and oversized tires are $10.00 each.  No tractor tires accepted.

A $7 per unit fee is charged for refrigeration units. This fee helps to offset the cost of Freon removal, which is mandated by law.  All refrigerators/freezers must be empty prior to disposal.  All refrigerator/freezer doors must be removed and all other appliance latches/doors must be disabled or removed prior to entry.  All appliances and ferrous metals should be placed in designated areas.

Wastes generated within your home are not regulated by law and can usually be legally and safely disposed of at the Transfer Station once they are properly prepared.

Paints, solvents and other liquid wastes may be air dried or solidified in sand or kitty litter and then double bagged for disposal. If you are unsure about a specific item - call the Recycling Line at 447-8084 for assistance.

Latex Paint - Latex paint exchanges are held twice a year in May and September. At these events, good usable latex paint can be dropped off or picked up free of charge. If the paint is not usable or if you cannot bring the paint on these dates, please air dry or solidify and double bag for disposal.

When purchasing household hazardous wastes (items that may be hazardous to health or the environment), please look for a safe alternative first. Then remember that the product isn't a waste until you throw it out. So, if you buy what you need and use what you buy - there isn't any waste for disposal.

Supervisor
Jim Lang
447-8087

Scale Operator
447-8082