Waste Tires
California is faced with the challenge of diverting or safely managing more than 44.8 million reusable and waste tires generated annually in the state. The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) staff estimates that of the approximately 44.8 million reusable and waste tires generated in 2008, approximately 72.4 percent were diverted through various alternatives, including recycling, retreading, and combustion. Waste Tires represent a potentially hazardous threat to human health and safety. They are a favorable location in which to harbor pests and environmental
vectors such as
Mosquitoes. In addition, tire fires remain a distinct hazard which release dangerous toxic pollutants into the air, water, and soil.
The Placer County's Waste Tire Program receives an annual grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). With the funding, Placer County Environmental Health conducts inspections of waste tire generators and haulers while also providing enforcement and educational activities.
Proper Disposal of Waste Tires
Waste Tires can be disposed of at various landfills and solid waste facilities or removed by a registered waste tire hauler. If you plan to transport the tires yourself, Environmental Health may be able to provide you with an "Exemption Letter" that will allow you to transport (10) or more tires without state-required manifests.
A list of commonly used Registered Waste Tire Haulers in Placer County is available. The list may not be complete and is not a recommendation. Additional registered waste tire haulers may be found here.
It is important to note that the lists of Registered Waste Tire Haulers are not a recommendation of any hauler. Some haulers on the lists may not provide services to the general public. These lists may not be complete.
Also there is a Waste Tire Brochure (.pdf 365KB) available that describes the difference between Waste Tire Facilities, Waste Tire Generators, and Waste Tire Haulers. It is also a good resource for State (CalRecycle) information.
Contacts
If you have any questions regarding the Waste Tire Program, please contact us at (530) 745-2300.
More information may be obtained from California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) at 1-866-896-0600, or at their website.
Related Links
CalRecycle Tire Management Page - Comprehensive information and links for the Waste Tire Program
Waste Tire Enforcement (CalRecycle) - CalRecycle Information on Waste Tire Rules, regulations and permitting.
Used/Waste Tire Manifest Program - CalRecycle information and requirements on the Waste Tire Mansfiest Program.