Dispose of Ammunition and Gunpowder
WHAT:
- Gunpowder
- Shotgun shells
- Rifle Cartridges
- Bullets
But NO:
- flares *accepted on HHW days by appointment only.
- fireworks
WHERE:
The Emmet County Sheriff’s Road Patrol Station
3460 M-119 (Harbor-Petoskey Road), Harbor Springs
HOW:
The Sheriff’s Road Patrol Station is open 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Dispose of Fireworks
WHAT:
Throughly soaked legal amateur fireworks, for example:
- Spinners
- Snaps
- Snakes
- Smoke Bombs
- Roman Candles
- Fountains
- Firecrackers
- Bottle Rockets
But NO:
- Large quantities, for example from retailing
- Professional-grade fireworks
WHERE:
The Waste Transfer Station at the Pleasantview Road Drop-off Center (7363 S Pleasantview Road, Harbor Springs)
HOW:
Precautions:
- After completing your fireworks display, wait a minimum of 20 minutes before collecting fireworks waste to reduce the likelihood there are burning materials present.
- Use a light source (flashlight, headlamp, porch light, etc.) to illuminate the area so that all fireworks waste can be clearly seen.
- Check for heat before picking up any fireworks in case embers are still active inside.
Soak:
- All spent fireworks (as well as damaged, misfired or unused fireworks) should be submerged in a bucket or large tub of water overnight or until they are completely saturated. Some sources recommend 48 hours of soaking.
- Seal the saturated fireworks in plastic wrap or a plastic bag.
- Place the plastic bag into a trash can (ideally, a metal container).
- The water used to soak fireworks should then be disposed of indoors down a toilet. Do not pour the water into a yard or down storm drains.
Dust and Small Debris:
- Do not spray down your driveway/display area with a hose.
- Sweep up all remaining fireworks dust and small debris.
- Place this dry material into a plastic bag and discard the bag into a trash can.
Storage:
- Keep the trash can(s) containing fireworks waste outside and away from any potential fire hazards.