Household Waste Guide

Select a topic:

Propane Tanks

Propane, also called LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) or LP gas, is a liquid fuel stored under pressure. In most systems, propane is vaporized to a gas before it leaves the cylinder. Propane is flammable when mixed with air and can be ignited by many sources, including open flames, smoking materials, electrical sparks and static electricity. Severe “freeze burn” or frostbite can result if propane liquid comes in contact with your skin.

Disposal:

	Company	Location	Phone	Link
	North Kent Transfer Station	2908 Ten Mile Road Rockford	616.866.5070	Website	7:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday
	South Kent Landfill	10300 South Kent Drive SW Byron Center, MI 49315	616.877.4092	Website	7:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Saturday

***Once completely empty, small Coleman-style camping and torch propane tanks (generally 1 pound) may be placed in the trash. If you need to dispose of a 1 pound or less disposable propane tank with contents remaining, make an appointment for disposal at a household hazardous waste collection center (see Household Hazardous Waste).

For safety information on using, storing and transporting propane tanks, visit the Propane Education and Research Council’s website: http://www.usepropane.com/consumer_safety/small_cylinder_safety