Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Waste Management Services in McPherson, Kansas
Established in 1991, McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility (MASWU) serves McPherson County residents through comprehensive solid waste management solutions. Our mission prioritizes safety, cost-effectiveness, and environmental stewardship while operating transfer stations, landfills, and specialized disposal facilities. We provide trash collection, recycling programs, yard waste services, and household hazardous waste handling through a public-private partnership model.Our three-member board includes representatives from McPherson County, the City of McPherson, and small cities within the county. The utility maintains separate facilities for construction & demolition waste and hazardous materials, with public access to designated areas. Our team ensures compliance with Kansas Department of Health and Environment regulations while maintaining transparent operations through published schedules and community outreach programs.
Services
Trash Collection
Recycling Services
Yard Waste Disposal
Hazardous Waste Handling
C&D Landfill
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Established in 1991 with proven waste management expertise
- Comprehensive services covering all solid waste needs
- Environmentally sound operations with specialized facilities
- Public household hazardous waste disposal facility available
- Board with diverse local government representation
Services
Trash Collection
Residential and commercial trash collection services with scheduled pickups using standardized carts and dumpsters. Available in various container sizes with specific placement requirements for efficient service. Operates through designated transfer stations before final disposal at approved landfills.
Recycling Services
Comprehensive recycling programs accepting standard materials through dedicated collection points at transfer stations. Provides guidelines for acceptable items and maintains updated schedules for residential recycling pickups across McPherson County.
Yard Waste Disposal
Seasonal yard waste collection service available from mid-March to mid-December with green carts emptied every Friday. Offers composting materials and maintains annual pickup schedules for residential properties in McPherson.
Hazardous Waste Handling
Household hazardous waste disposal facility accepting dangerous materials from county residents. Operates Thursday hours with specific drop-off procedures for safe handling of chemicals, batteries, and other hazardous substances.
C&D Landfill
Public construction and demolition waste facility accepting materials per Kansas Department of Health and Environment regulations. Provides disposal options for building debris with size restrictions and weight limitations for container loads.
People
Robert Carlson
Chairman
Appointed small cities representative with extensive experience in local government waste management policies.
Michael Craig
Treasurer
City of McPherson representative managing financial operations for the utility's waste management services.
David Schmidt
Vice Chairman
McPherson County representative overseeing compliance with environmental regulations at all facilities.
Questions
What waste services does MASWU provide?
We offer trash collection, recycling, yard waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and construction & demolition waste services.
When is hazardous waste disposal available?
HHW drop-off is open Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM at our First Street facility.
How do I start yard waste service?
Call 620-241-6559 to request a green cart for seasonal yard waste collection between March and December.
Where are your facilities located?
Main transfer station at 1431 17th Avenue, C&D landfill at 1472 Pueblo Road, and HHW facility on First Street.
What are trash cart requirements?
Place carts out by 6:00 AM, spaced 3 feet from obstacles, with standard 1/2 yard capacity carts available.
