
HAZARDOUS WASTE collection in the preservation of the natural resources of Langlade County. Currently, the Department addresses this issue by:
- Holding a Hazardous Waste Collection (Clean Sweep) in even numbered years.
- Providing education, information, and resources on recycling and/or the disposal of waste.
- Maintaining a list of Local Recycling Facilities.
CLEAN SWEEP
The next Langlade County Clean Sweep Event is planned for 2026. Check out the 2024 Clean Sweep Brochure for more information about items we accept at our events. Small Businesses, Agricultural producers (farmers), and in
dividuals bringing in large quantities of hazardous materials need to register to participate in the 2026 Clean Sweep by calling the Land Conservation Office at (715)627-6292 or by online via this link. All other participants should simply plan on arriving during the scheduled event times.
If you'd like to know more about the history of Clean Sweep events in Langlade County, you can check out our new Clean Sweep History page.
If you'd like to know more about the history of Clean Sweep events in Langlade County, you can check out our new Clean Sweep History page.
HANDLING VARIOUS TYPES OF WASTE
Wisconsin's electronic's recycling law bans most electronics from landfills and incinerators. Learn more about electronic recycling here.
The National Pesticide Information Center has some important safety information about carrying pesticides in your vehicle on their website.
Marthon County Solid Waste has a great resource to help you figure out how to properly dispose of different types of waste on their website.
The Waste Management website, includes the rules of recyling such as what can and cannot go in recycling bins.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR WASTE DISPOSAL
HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES
Facility Information: | Accepted Materials: |
Marathon County Solid Waste
172900 State Highway 29, Ringle, WI 715-344-8198 | Non-residents of the county must PAY FOR FULL disposal costs and book an appointment
Aresol cans, anti-freeze, clean solvents, pesticides, drain cleaners, turpentine, varnish, nail polish remover, etc. |
PRESCRIPTION DISPOSAL FACILITIES
24 hour drop box located in the Langlade County Safety Building - 840 Clermont Street, Antigo.
For more information on Pharmaceutical (Medication) Disposal contact the Health Department at (715)627-6250
LOCAL RECYCLING FACILITIES
Facility Information: | Accepted Materials: |
Cousineau Recycling Inc
N2267 US Highway 45 South Antigo, WI 54409 715-623-2372 | Scrap metal, Auto Batteries, Waste Oil, Appliances |
Fleet Farm
2511 Neva Road Antigo, WI 54409 715-623-2063 | Tires ($6 per passenger car tire)
Car, Truck, & Boat Batteries (up to 2 per visit with no charge) |
Pomp’s Tire Service
412 Kelly Street Antigo, WI 54409 715-623-3771 | Tires ($6 per passenger car tire)
Also accepts larger tires |
Southside Tire Co. Inc.
N2453 S Hwy 45 Antigo, WI 54409 715-627-4858 | Tires ($5 per passenger car tire)
Also accepts larger tires |
B & B Containers
380 Rusch Rd, Antigo, WI 54409 (Behind Fleet Farm) 877-623-3454 | For a fee:
Roofing materials, tires, furniture (matresss, couches, etc.) Household Appliances (washers, dryers, water heaters, dishwasters, stoves) Also provides trash drop off, roll off dumsters, mobile storage, demolition waste |
O'Reilly Auto Parts
211 WI-64 Antigo, WI 54409 715-623-2149 | Batteries: Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Lawn, Boats
Oil: Motor, Hydraulic, Gear, Transmission Fluids, Power Steerign Fluid, Oil Filters |
Advance Auto Parts
315 WI-64, Antigo, WI 54409 | Car batteries and motor oil |
ELECTRONIC RECYCLING FACILITIES
Facility Information: | Accepted Materials: |
B & B Containers
380 Rusch Rd, Antigo, WI (Behind Fleet Farm) 877-623-3454 | For a fee:
Household Appliances (washers, dryers, water heaters, dishwasters, stoves) Electronics (TV's, moniters, printers/scanners) |
Good News Project
1106 N 5th Street, Wausau, WI 715-843-5985 EVERY FRIDAY 9 am - 4 pm | Charge $0.45 per pound of:
Laptops, cords, video game systems, DVD players, flourescent light ballasts, small household appliances, etc |
Goodwill
405 WI-64, Antigo, WI 54409 715-623-3767 | Donate:
Working conditon computer accesories, lamps, flatscreen TV's, small kitchen appliance, fans, speakers, etc |
Best Buy
226480 Rib Mountain Dr, Rm 399, Wausau, WI 715-241-0711 | 3 items per household per day for free
Computers, phones, headphones, printers cameras, etc. Does provide a mail in option or a haul away service for a fee |
Office Max
226436 Rib Mountain Drive, Wausau, WI 715-359-9961 | Printer ink and toner for free
There is an mail in option |
Batteries Plus
225651 Rib Mountian Drive, Wausau, WI 715-355-9201 | Batteries: lead acid, nickel cadmium, lithium ion & polymer, nickel metal hydride, etc
Lighting: ballasts, cold cathod, halogen, incandescent, mercury vapor, etc Electronics: smart phones, charging accessories, laptops, portable tools, power cords, etc |
AGRICULTURE PLASTIC DISPOSAL
Revolution
888-718-4381 | Large quantity films/plastics |
If you have any questions, contact Audrey Gossett the Conservation Specalist.