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Washington County North Environmental Center

6065 Headwaters Pkwy, Forest Lake, MN, 55025

Who
Residents only

Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Scott counties. Show driver's license or other proof of residency; stay in your vehicle.

Today
Today: check posted hours Check posted hours belowClosed on county-observed holidays.
Cost
Cost: call to confirm
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Verified Nov 5, 2026 · Official source ↗

What it takes

“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.

Mattress

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Couch / furniture

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Tire

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Appliance

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Fridge or freezer

Call to confirm

Electronics

Accepted

Phones, computers, monitors, TVs, microwaves, items with rechargeable batteries.

Normal load fee applies

Paint

Accepted

Normal load fee applies

Household hazardous waste

Accepted

Normal load fee applies

Yard waste

Call to confirm

Brush and branches

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Construction debris

Call to confirm

Concrete

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Scrap metal

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Household trash

Not accepted

Recycling

Accepted

Normal load fee applies

Fees & payment

ChargePrice
Minimum chargeCall to confirm
Per tonCall to confirm
Pickup loadCall to confirm
Car loadCall to confirm

Confirm load charges and item surcharges before you go.

Payment: Call to confirm

Access rules

Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Scott counties. Show driver's license or other proof of residency; stay in your vehicle.

ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm

Posted hours

DayHours
Mon11:00 am–7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am–4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am–4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am–2:00 pm

Closed on county-observed holidays.

Local time: America/Chicago

What’s not accepted

  • EV batteries
  • Garbage / household trash (not listed as accepted)

Free options

Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.

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Sources

Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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