Special waste refers to nonresidential or commercial solid wastes that, while not classified as regulated hazardous wastes, are difficult or dangerous to handle and require specialized management at a Subtitle “D” landfill. Examples include burnt materials, deceased animals, creosote-treated poles, railroad ties, friable asbestos, and items containing lead-based paint. Due to their nature, these wastes must be disposed of in the Subtitle “D” lined section of the landfill.

A pre-approval process is required for industrial special wastes before they can be accepted at the landfill. This process involves reviewing material safety data sheets (MSDS) and conducting necessary laboratory analyses. Once these are reviewed, the Environmental Coordinator will issue an approval letter authorizing the disposal of the waste.

To identify special wastes in Berkeley County, an annual special waste generator survey is conducted by contacting local industries to determine what special wastes they may bring to the landfill.

Pre-approved special wastes are accepted at the landfill Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

For more information, please contact Jeff Cook, Environmental Coordinator, at (843) 719-2358 or via email at [email protected].