Solid Waste Education

The South Carolina Solid Waste Act of 1991 established reduction and recycling goals. The Act stressed that the counties promote the reduction, reuse, and recycling of solid waste before land filling or incineration at permitted facilities. This made it incumbent upon the counties to educate the public in the benefits of the Three R's -- Reduction, Reuse, and Recycle.

The day will come again, as it did during the 1990's with the closing in sight of Aiken County's Langley MSW landfill, to begin selecting another site for a new landfill location. Each pound of waste placed in the Three Rivers Regional MSW Landfill shortens its life expectancy. To increase its life means each of us doing our part in putting into practice the Three R's. The following information is provided in order to encourage you and to assist you.

Customer Service Frequent Questions
Aiken County Recycling History
Student Frequently Asked Questions
Weight Conversion Factors
Material and Activity Descriptions
Solid Waste Definitions


Solid Waste Division provides facilities for the disposal of household, commercial, industrial, construction waste, and land clearing debris. This division provides resources and educational support for advancement of recycling programs throughout the County. It also coordinates the Adopt-a-Highway program to minimize roadside debris, and proper waste disposal through Litter Control policies.Any questions related to recycling in Aiken County should be referred to the County's Recycling Coordinator.Recycling Information:

America Recycles Day
Palmetto Pride
Paper Recycling
SCDHEC Recycling
Steel Recycling Institute
Steel Recycling – Children
Vehicle Recycling