These materials can contaminate ground water if not disposed of properly. Used motor oil Can be recycled at the curb in the Portland area. Oil can travel directly into streams and underground water sources if poured down a household or storm drain. Tires Can be recycled for a dollar a piece off the rim. Large piles of tires in a landfill are a fire hazard.
Tires emit toxic smoke when burned.
Metro's household hazardous waste facilities are located at 2001 Washington, Street, Oregon City and at 6161 NW 61st in Portland. They're open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Disposal fees range from 5 to 10 dollars. For more details, call Metro Recycling Information, 234-3000. DEQ Online is the official web site for the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. If you have questions or comments about the web site contact DEQ's webmaster .