Public Works Departments in Cherokee County, Kansas manage a county or local government's public infrastructure, which can include public buildings, transportation infrastructure, public land, and public services. A Public Works office may manage Cherokee County recycling programs, including curbside collection of recyclable materials like paper, glass, aluminum, and plastic. They may also manage recycling centers that collect motor oil, batteries, e-waste, and tires. Public Works also offers information on recycling programs, the hours and locations of drop-off recycling facilities, and any fees for recycling services. Public Works Departments provide more information on Cherokee County recycling services online.
Columbus City Public Works Columbus KS 611 North Kansas Avenue 66725 620-429-3699
Landfills in Cherokee County, Kansas are solid waste disposal facilities that accept a range of waste materials, including common household refuse, non-hazardous commercial waste, and construction and demolition waste. They store and process waste that cannot be recycled; however, many Cherokee County landfills also operate on-site recycling facilities to process waste into reusable materials. These Cherokee County recycling facilities may offer drop-off recycling, recyclable hazardous waste disposal, and e-waste recycling. Many landfill recycling facilities have limited hours and only accept certain materials, and they may also charge fees for recycling. For more information on Cherokee County recycling facilities at a Landfill, visit its website.
Galena Landfill Galena KS 9546 Southeast Wyandotte Road 66739 620-389-2844
Scammon Landfill Scammon KS 213 NE Belleview Rd 66773 620-479-6131