Environmental FAQ

I’d like to dispose of Hazardous Waste but I’m not sure what I need to do.

Contact the Environmental Division Hazardous Waste Management Team for turn-in.  DSN 763-5367 or Cell: 010-7711-9098 / 010-5463-5423

Who should I contact to take care of a dead animal?

DPW has procedures for stray/uncontrolled animal carcasses found on the installation.  Please contact the DPW hotline at 763-4824.

How do I properly dispose of used fluorescent bulbs?

Please do not dump the used fluorescent light bulbs in the trash bin. Light bulbs from on base housing will be collected at DPW self-help shop (Building #466, Camp Walker, DSN: 763-5525 and building #325, Camp Carroll, DSN: 763-2177).  You can dispose of light bulbs from your work place by contacting the Environmental Division Hazardous Waste Management Team to setup an appointment for turn-in at DSN 763-5367 or Cell: 010-7711-9098.

Maintenance facility Used Oil pick up information?

Please call DSN 763-5367 or Cell: 010-7711-9098 / 010-5463-5423 to schedule an appointment for removal.  Ensure to mark/label your drum with the words “USED OIL”.

I live on base and I would like to properly dispose of detergent, cleaning compounds and any other household chemicals.

DPW has Household chemical recycling program.  You can drop your used household chemicals or pick up from DPW Self-help.  Please check out Self-help shop at building #466 Camp Walker, DSN: 763-5525 and building #325 Camp Carroll, DSN: 763-2177.

I need to dispose/recharge my fire extinguishers. Who do I need to contact?

Please contact the installation Fire department.

Why does the water sometimes look rusty?

Rusty or reddish tinted water may occur because of a sudden change in pressure which can cause rust in distribution piping to become dislodged. Iron causes the discoloration of the water. If your water looks rusty or reddish tinted, flush the tap for three minutes or until clear before using water. Running the water will clear the piping system. If hot tap water is rusty, the water heater may need to be flushed. 
 Facility managers can minimize rusty water by flushing affected pipes (running the water for 30-60 seconds) first thing in the morning, especially after long holiday weekends.  Consumers also can minimize rusty water by flushing their taps until the water appears clear (usually 30 - 60 seconds) prior to use. For more information, please call DSN 763-2196 or Cell: 010-9201-2204

What kind of cultural resources can we find in USAG Daegu?

Please see USAG Daegu Cultural Resources Pamphlet at https://home.army.mil/daegu/application/files/4016/1173/1162/CRPamphlet_20201231.pdf.  For more information, please call DSN 763-5364

How do i properly dispose of print toner cartridges?

USAG Daegu has two different print toner cartridge recycling processes.

1. Camp Walker Recycling Collection Point (next to the DPW Bldg# 466) will accept all types of print toner cartridges.  

2. Camp Carroll Recycling Collection Point (Bldg# 741) will accept following four (4) types of toner cartridges for recycling.
    •  Samsung Toner: All series
    •  HP Toner: All series
    •  Xerox Toner: All series
    •  Epson Toner: 50 series (e.g. 50627, 50628, etc.)

Note: The CANON toners CANNOT be recycled. Print toner cartridges other than above four types should be disposed as Non-regulated waste.  Please contact the Environmental Division Hazardous Waste Management Team for turn-in.  DSN 763-5367 or Cell: 010-7711-9098 / 010-5463-5423

Please put the toner cartridges in separate package from other trash/recyclables (use original box or plastic bag) and drop into plastic collection bin which located outside of your building.  If you have question about this, please contact DPW Recycling COR at 763-4867.