Department of Public Works
Located behind the fire hall in the steel Quonset building, 22115 7th street
Phone: 906-481-4000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Garbage and Recycling
Hours: Wednesday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm / Saturday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Fee: Bags are available for purchase at: Township Office, Chassell General Store and DPW.
They come in 2 sizes:
33 gal with wave top-10 bags for $40 (Purple)
15 gal with drawstring-5 bags for $10 (Green)
Garbage Punch Cards Available: No longer available- Effective 8/13/25
Chassell Township Residents-NEW Garbage System!
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 we will only be using the new Pay As You Throw (PAYT) bags. No cash will be accepted unless you purchase the new bags. Recycling rates will increase from $10 to $13 per 2.2 bushel basket. Punch cards can be purchased for $130 for recycling.
Why are we going to a PAYT system?
– Fairness – People who produce less trash, like seniors or those who compost and recycle well, will pay less.
– Encourages good habits – PAYT incentivizes recycling and composting, reducing the overall waste stream.
– Protects taxpayers – As tipping/disposal fees rise, PAYT helps the town control costs and avoid tax increases.
Garbage Pickup – NEW
If you are interested in curbside pickup in Chassell, please contact Brad O’Connell at 906-370-7069
Recycling at Chassell with Waste Management
No Longer Accepting Glass (effective 2/10/25)
If you want to see if something is recyclable or not, check this tool:
Recycling rates are based by volume not weight. Rates will increase from $10 to $13 per 2.2 bushel basket. Punch cards can be purchased for $130 for recycling.
- Metal Collection is Free!
Cardboard Recycling is Free! Please flatten all of your cardboard. Do not include any other materials in your cardboard. Thank you!
Reuse Shed
You don’t have to put it in the landfill! Items that are still usable, and in good shape for someone else can use can be put in the shed for others.
Copper Country Recycling Initiative
Houghton County Transfer Station Information
Dumpster Rental is through Waste Management
Contact Mark Harrick for more information
Phone: 906-361-0036
