Illegal Dumping Prevention

What is Illegal Dumping?

Illegal Dumping is the unlawful disposal of anything larger than litter into land or water. In Northern Nevada, we see it in our open spaces and desert.

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The Cost

  • Contaminates our watershed

  • Harmful to wildlife

  • Fire Hazard

  • Decreases property value

  • Cleanup cost to taxpayers

  • Trash attracts trash


Alternatives to Illegal Dumping

  • KTMB’s Recycling Guide - search for alternative disposal and recycling options.

  • Washoe County Residents can dispose of a variety of appliances, mattress and box spring sets, tires and more at the Lockwood Landfill for free.*

  • Waste Management Customers get 4 free dumps a year.

*See 2020 Lockwood Landfill Rate sheet for more information*


Report Illegal Dumping

  • To report an Illegal Dumpsite that needs to be cleaned, call 329-DUMP (3867).

  • To report individual(s) who are actively dumping waste, call 785-WCSO (9276).