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Waste Characterization Study

Ontario County | , NY | Completed: 2025

Waste Characterization Study | 1000029846

As part of its Local Solid Waste Management Plan (LSWMP), Ontario County contracted with MSW Consultants to conduct a follow-up waste characterization study, building upon the 2022 study also performed by MSW Consultants. The study results will be used to analyze the waste generated within the County, providing ongoing data to guide the diversion, education, and enforcement efforts of the LSWMP. The primary material streams included in the study were refuse and recycling collected from Residential Private Haulers, Residential Municipal Haulers, Residential Convenience Centers (Self-Haul), and Industrial/Commercial/Institutional Haulers. MSW Consultants performed the refuse study over five days at the County's landfill and the recycling study over three days at the onsite MRF. MSW Consultants worked with County staff and the landfill's private operator to develop a sampling plan based on tonnage data provided and LSWMP goals. All sample targets were met or exceeded for refuse and recycling samples. A report detailing the sampling methodology, data analysis of the waste stream composition, and recommendations for program enhancements were provided to the County.

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