Solid Waste Management Master Plan
Tetra-Tech Inc., on the approval of Council in spring 2022, has been tasked with preparing a Solid Waste Master Management Plan (SWMMP) that sets a direction for solid waste management in Clearwater County for the next 30 years. Tetra-Tech Inc. has provided Council with the “Solid Waste Master Management Plan Strategies” presentation (click here) for review, discussion, and further consideration.
Clearwater County in conjunction with Tetra Tech Canada Inc. conducted a community survey regarding current solid waste & recycling services from March 28 to May 24, 2022. A total of 1,155 surveys were completed. A summary of the survey results and the final SWMMP is not available (click on the below link).
Solid Waste Disposal Access Card
As of 
April 1, 2021, residents of Clearwater County, and non-residents, can fill out an application form and receive access cards for use at the Clearwater Regional Landfill and Clearwater County Solid Waste & Recyclables Transfer Stations.
The Solid Waste Disposal Access Card allows for drop off of recyclables and disposal of residential and light agricultural waste at both the transfer stations and the Clearwater Regional Landfill (excluding recyclables) for no additional costs. All other over-sized loads and/or commercial loads will still incur fees, at the Clearwater Regional Landfill, in accordance of Bylaw No. 1140/23 Solid Waste Bylaw.
For more information and to download an application form, click here.
Solid Waste and Recycling Locations
| Station | Location | Hours of Operation |
| Regional Landfill | NE 12-40-09-W5M Off Highway 11 | Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Temporary Central | NE 03-40-7-W5M East Off Highway 22 North | Tuesday: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Wednesday to Saturday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Everdell | SE 3-38-7-W5 West Off Highway 22 South | Sunday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Cow Lake | SE 26-38-8-W5 On Highway 752 | Sunday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Crammond | SW 16-35-5-W5 On Highway 22 | Sunday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Caroline | SW 18-36-6-W5 South Off Highway 22 | Sunday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Tuesday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Wednesday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Saturday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Crossroads | SE 26-40-5-W5 On Highway 12 | Thursday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Cline | 26/27-37-18-W5 West On Highway 11 | Open April 15 to September 15 |
| Leslieville | SE 2-39-5-W5 Highway 11 and Highway 761 | Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Nordegg | SW 32-40-15-W5 On Trunk Road 734 | Sunday: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesday: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Faraway | NE 10-43-6-W5 On Highway 53 | Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
Transfer Station and Landfill Closures for Statutory Holidays
All transfer stations (except for Nordegg) and regional landfill are closed for statutory holidays. The Nordegg transfer stations remains open if its operational days are impacted by a holiday, as per Council direction.
Statutory holidays that might affect transfer station and landfill operations:
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Rules and Guidelines for Waste Disposal
- Any loads that are larger than a half ton box sized load must go to the Regional Landfill for disposal.
- All vehicles must check in with station attendant at window.
- Children must remain in the vehicle at all times when disposing of waste or recycling goods.
- All freon appliances are $20.00 each for freon removal. This also includes water coolers, refrigerators and freezers.
- All herbicide and pesticide containers must be triple rinsed. No exceptions.
- Ashes, concrete and animal carcasses are only accepted at the Regional Landfill.
Agriculture Recycling
Clearwater County now offers recycling options for certain agricultural plastics. To learn more, visit Clean Farms.
Plastics
General Plastics
HDPE Plastics and clear jugs can be taken to the Transfer stations or depots for recycling.
Accepted for recyclables: Any plastics stamped with a number between 1 and 7.
Not accepted for recyclables: Films, bags and cellophane wrap are disposed of separately.
Agriculture Plastics
Regional Landfill Tipping Fees
Please note that as of July 1, 2023, the 2023 Landfill Disposal rates will come into effect. The 2023 rates will then be in effect until December 31, 2023. The rates that are provided for the year 2024, will be in effect as of January 1, 2024, and the rates for 2025, will be in effect as of January 1, 2025.
Click here for Clearwater County's Solid Waste Bylaw No. 1140/23 (Schedule A Regional Landfill Rates).
| WASTE TYPE | WASTE MATERIAL | REGIONAL RATE/TONNE | NON-REGIONAL RATE/TONNE | ||||
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | ||
| RESIDENTIAL/HOUSEHOLD | Household | $72.00 | $73.00 | $74.00 | $93.00 | $94.00 | $95.00 |
| COMMERCIAL | Commercial | $72.00 | $73.00 | $74.00 | $93.00 | $94.00 | $95.00 |
| CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION WASTE | Construction & Demolition | $72.00 | $73.00 | $74.00 | $93.00 | $94.00 | $95.00 |
| Concrete/Asphalt | $35.00 | $36.00 | $37.00 | $36.00 | $36.00 | $37.00 | |
| SPECIAL WASTE | Asbestos | $95.00 | $95.00 | $95.00 | Pre-authorized acceptance only. | ||
| Wet Ash | $36.00 | $37.00 | $38.00 | $40.00 | $41.00 | $42.00 | |
| RECYCLABLE MATERIALS | Yard waste (grass, leaves, small branches) | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $93.00 | $94.00 | $95.00 |
| Metals/Appliances | $70.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 | $93.00 | $94.00 | $95.00 | |
| SPECIAL HANDLING | Mobile Homes | $1800/each | $1800/each | $1800/each | $1800/each | $1800/each | $1800/each |
| Oilfield Plastic Liners | $1800/load | $1800/load | $1800/load | $2400/load | $2400/load | $2400/load | |
| EQUIPMENT FEES/HANDLING | Equipment Rates | $180.00/Hr. | $180.00/Hr. | $180.00/Hr. | $180.00/Hr. | $180.00/Hr. | $180.00/Hr. |
| SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACCESS CARDS* | *Residential/Light Agriculture | $204.00/Yr. | $204.00/Yr. | $204.00/Yr. | $210.00/Yr. | $215.00/Yr. | $220.00/Yr. |
| LANDFILL SCALE MINIMUM FEE | Minimum Charge | $7.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 | $7.00 |
*By application only, conditions apply, contact Clearwater County for more information.
Transfer Station Tipping Fees
Click here for Clearwater County's Solid Waste Bylaw No. 1140/23 (Schedule A Transfer Station Rates)
| RURAL WASTE TRANSFER STATION WASTE TYPE *Solid waste access cards are required for site access | REGIONAL FEES | NON-REGIONAL FEES | ||||
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
| HOUSE HOLD WASTE | ||||||
| - Household Waste - less than 1/2 pick-up load | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | $15.00 | $16.00 | $17.00 |
| - Pick-up & trailers less than 8 ft. (based on 250 kg's or less) | $18.25 | $18.50 | $18.75 | $23.25 | $24.00 | $24.75 |
| - Pick-up & trailers less than 20 ft. (based on 500 kg's or less)t | $36.50 | $37.00 | $37.50 | $46.50 | $47.00 | $47.50 |
| HOUSEHOLD CONSTRUCTION, DEMOLITION & MIXED WASTE | ||||||
| - Household Waste - less than 1/2 pick-up load | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | $15.00 | $16.00 | $17.00 |
| - Pick-up & trailers less than 8 ft. (based on 250 kg's or less) | $18.25 | $18.50 | $18.75 | $23.25 | $24.00 | $24.75 |
| - Pick-up & trailers less than 20 ft. (based on 500 kg's or less) | $36.50 | $37.00 | $37.50 | $46.50 | $47.00 | $47.50 |
| COMMERCIAL WASTE - Not accepted at transfer stations direct haul to landfill only. | ||||||
| RECYCLABLES - HOUSEHOLD ONLY | ||||||
| Electronic waste, household hazardous waste, paint & tires * Used oil/filters/containers go to Temp. Central Transfer Station only. | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge |
| AGRICULTURE PLASTICS | ||||||
| Clean bagged twine, clean grain bags rolled | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | Not Accepted | Not Accepted | Not Accepted |
| HOUSEHOLD YARD WASTE | ||||||
| Pickup and small trailer loads only *No large of commercial loads accepted | $5.00/min | $6.00/min | $7.00/min | $15.00/min | $16.00/min | $17.00/min |
| HOUSEHOLD METALS/APPLIANCES | ||||||
| Non freon based appliances | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge | $20.00/min | $21.00/min | $22.00/min |
| Freon based appliances (fridges, freezers, etc.) | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACCESS CARDS (required for access) | $204.00/Yr. | $204.00/Yr. | $204.00/Yr. | $210.00/Yr. | $215.00/Yr. | $220.00/Yr. |
- No concrete, asphalt, or land clearing wastes accepted.
- No large loads accepted at transfer stations, direct haul landfill only.
Prohibited Materials
Prohibited Materials
- Bulk liquid waste
- Radioactive waste
- Explosives
- Unlabeled/unknown hazardous material
- Biomedical waste
Surcharges and Fines
Prohibited Waste: If a person or company knowingly disposes of prohibited materials will face a fine and clean up costs.
Illegal and Afterhours Dumping: Any person caught dumping waste outside the transfer station or waste facility area will be reported and charged accordingly.
Unsecured/Uncovered Loads: Any person caught with an unsecure and uncovered load may be reported and fined.
Temporary Central Transfer Station
As of Tuesday, February 2, 2021, County residents can dispose of solid waste and drop off limited recyclable materials at the Temporary Central Transfer Station located roughly 4 kilometres north of Rocky Mountain House (east off Highway 22 at NE 03-40-7-W5M near the Rocky Mountain House Airport).
- Open Wednesday to Saturday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Open Tuesdays 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Accepting: bagged garbage, mixed plastics, cardboard, mixed paper, office paper, bulk metals, tin cans, glass, household hazardous waste, tires, yard waste, e-waste, batteries, propane bottles, freon appliances.
- Bulk loads and other recyclable materials can be disposed of at the Regional Landfill and Clearwater County's existing transfer stations.
Landfill General Safety Rules
It is imperative that all persons entering the site understand and abide by these safety rules:
- A minimum distance of 20 feet must be maintained between all personnel, trucks, rolling stock and heavy equipment.
- All drivers exiting the vehicle must remain within 6 feet of the vehicle at all times.
- Children must remain in the vehicle.
- Smoking is prohibited in the pit.
- Horseplay, scavenging or picking through loads is strictly prohibited.
- All loads are subject to random inspection by landfill personnel.
- All contractors, account holders, landfill staff and truck drivers must wear personal protective equipment.
All persons and vehicles enter the landfill at their own risk.
Clearwater County assumes no liability for bodily injury, or property damage while on landfill property.
Residential & Commercial Waste
Accepted at the Regional Landfill and transfer stations:
- Unrecyclable materials
- Household waste
- Painted, stained or preserved wood materials
- Ceramics, mirrors, wired glass and windshields
- Waxed cardboard
- Drywall and mixed demolition
Appliances
Accepted at the Regional Landfill and transfer stations:
- Non Freon Appliances
- Metal appliances can be placed in the metal recycling
- Freon Appliances (refrigerators and freezers) for a fee of $20.00
- All other appliances with cords or batteries can be recycled as e-waste at transfer stations only.
Asbestos
The Landfill will accept asbestos materials on Mondays only and prior arrangements must be made. Materials must be double bagged using 6ml. yellow bags. These can be purchased at most industrial retail locations. Phone: 403-845-4580
Batteries
Accepted at all transfer stations (except Cline):
- Batteries from cell phones, cordless phones, power tool, laptops and vehicles, etc.
- Alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, 9V, 6V, etc.)
Brush & Yard Waste
Accepted at the Regional Landfill and transfer stations:
- Brush
- Tree limbs
- Grass clippings
Glass Recycling
- Jars (ie. jam or pickle jars)
- Bottles (ie. glass sauce bottles)
- Flower Vases
- Wine Bottes
Household Hazardous Waste, Paint & Oil
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are toxic, flammable, corrosive, and reactive products generated from households.
HHW has at least one of the following properties:
- Toxic e.g. fabric softeners, household pesticides and herbicides
- Flammable e.g. nail polish remover, acetone, gasoline
- Reactive e.g. foam insulation
- Corrosive e.g. oven cleaners, toilet bowl cleaners, bleach
These wastes may harm people or the environment unless given special handling and treatment.
HHW products can be recycled at various locations, please refer to this chart for a list of locations.
To learn more about the HHW program, click here.
Paint Products
Eligible paint products are accepted everywhere except for the Regional Landfill and Cline transfer station.
To learn what an eligible paint product is, click here.
Used Oil
Used oil products are only accepted at the Temporary Central Transfer Station.
For a list of accepted products, click here.
Household Items & Electronics
Majority of household items and electronics are accepted at the regional landfill and transfer stations.
Please note, electronics taken to transfer stations will be recycled as e-waste. For more information on what is accepted, visit www.albertarecycling.ca.