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Join us for a Trash Bash!

Join the WPWMA on Saturday, September 26th for a FREE, fun-filled morning focused on educating the youngest members of our community on the facility where ALL of Western Placer County’s trash goes to be sorted for recyclable and compostable materials.
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Anticipated Regional Manure Odor

September 2026 - The WPWMA has received notice that a neighboring farmer has had a significant amount of manure delivered and plans to spread it over the next few weeks, which may result in unpleasant odors in the area.
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Introducing the Trash Tutor!

Search for an item, and our new, interactive Trash Tutor will teach you how to dispose of it – safely and responsibly, along with any disposal fees.
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Sign Up for a MRF Tour!

As the WPWMA concludes a multi-year facility improvements project, we are ready to welcome back public and school tours of our new state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)!
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The WPWMA – Serving Placer County Since 1978

About the WPWMA

Join us for a Trash Bash!

Join the WPWMA on Saturday, September 26th for a FREE, fun-filled morning of "Trash Talk"!
Learn More

Anticipated Regional Manure Odor

September 2026 - The WPWMA has received notice that a neighboring farmer has had a significant amount of manure delivered and plans to spread it over the next few weeks, which may result in unpleasant odors in the area.
More Info

Introducing the Trash Tutor!

Search for an item, and our new, interactive Trash Tutor will teach you how to dispose of it – safely and responsibly, along with any disposal fees.
Try It Out

Sign Up for a MRF Tour!

The WPWMA is ready to welcome back tours of our new state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)!
Learn More

The WPWMA – Serving Placer County Since 1978

About the WPWMA
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How does waste disposal work in my city or town?

We do things differently in Placer County – you toss, we sort! Learn more about the WPWMA’s innovative waste management practices.
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Who picks up my trash?

The WPWMA does not provide collection services. Who picks up your trash depends on what community you live in. Learn more about your waste hauler.

Disposal Laws Change

Learn more about California’s regulatory compliance requirements and how the WPWMA is helping our communities reduce materials sent to landfills.
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Senate Bill 1383 and Organics Recycling

SB 1383 requires communities statewide to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills. Organics in landfills contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. While residents do not have to separate their organic waste themselves, certain businesses must.

Learn more about our facilities

Do you want to learn more about the WPWMA’s sustainability efforts? Visit our facility online or in person.

Online Tour

Click below to take a virtual tour.

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In Person Tour

Click below to schedule an appointment to tour the facility.

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