Contact the Kentucky Division of Waste Management if you have a complaint about an illegal dump or hazardous waste disposal. A toll-free number (888 NO-DUMPS) is available statewide to report illegal dumping activities. You can call the division complaints coordinator at 502-564-6716, e-mail waste@ky.gov or contact a regional office.
You do not have to tell us who you are or where you live. However, without this information the division staff cannot contact you for follow-up questions and to let you know the outcome of the complaint.
Here is a guide with more details on the complaint process – How to file a complaint with the Division of Waste Management: Word pdf
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If you have questions or comments about this Web site or a waste management issue, you may e-mail waste@ky.gov or call 502-564-6716.
To access a list of topics covered on the division site, including recycling, go to the subject index.
Additional contact information is in the division directory including phone numbers and e-mail addresses for the management team at central offices in Frankfort and 10 field offices around Kentucky.
To report a spill or unexpected discharge of a hazardous material that threatens the life, health, or safety of citizens or the environment, contact the Environmental Response Team (24 hours a day, 7 days a week). 502-564-2380 or 800-928-2380.
Go to the open records page for detailed information on accessing public records of the division.
