Welcome
The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission is a five person board that owns and oversees the operation of the Black Hawk County Landfill. In addition, the Commission provides ongoing waste alternative programs for area residents, Waste Trac educational programs, informational publications, and strongly encourages and supports recycling efforts in Black Hawk County.

The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission is dedicated to providing safe and effective methods in the management of solid waste in Black Hawk County, Iowa while protecting our natural resources.

The Waste Trac Education Team acts as the voice for the Commission through organizing and promoting Commission sponsored drop-off events, giving school and public programs about solid waste and recycling, answering the telephone helpline (266-TRAC), and managing this website.

News and Upcoming Events:
Electronics & Household Toxic Materials Drop-off Event
Saturday, April 14th, 2012 from 9 AM until 2 PM.
Drop-off will be held at the Waterloo Waste Water Treatment Plant (3505 Easton Ave) for Black Hawk County household items only. Please note: some fees may apply for recycling certain electronics. Click here for details.

One-day Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale
Saturday, April 14th, 2012 from 9 AM until 3 PM.
Truckload sale will be held at the Waterloo Waste Water Treatment Plant (3505 Easton Ave). Customers do not need to be a Black Hawk County resident to purchase items. Click here for more information.

Waste Wise Newsletter - Winter 2012 Edition
Click here to read the latest edition of the Commission's local newsletter. This edition has information regarding the April 14th drop-off event and compost bin/rain barrel sale. It also includes information about the 2011 Iowa Garbage Sort Study and the Iowa Waste Exchange Program.

Waste Trac Teacher Newsletter - Fall 2011 Edition
Click here to read the latest edition of the Waste Trac Education Team's newsletter for Black Hawk County educators.

Waste Trac Public Programs
Join the Waste Trac Education Team for two "Composting 101 Workshops" to get a sneak peak at the compost bins and rain barrels that will be for sale on April 14th. Learn tips and tricks for using a backyard compost bin or rain barrel at your home. More Info