Town of Munster Indiana

Spills or leaks of Hazardous Material should be reported to the Fire Department by calling the emergency 911 number.

Household Hazardous Waste

The Lake County Solid Waste Board periodically sponsors a household hazardous waste day for the Town of Munster. The scheduled days and materials that may be disposed are published well in advance of the special collection days. The collection site is held at the Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road. For more information contact the Lake county Solid Waste Board at 1-800-946-4449 or you may call the Public Information Officer at 836-6999.

Illegal or Improper Disposal of Hazardous Material

If you see material being improperly disposed of and it is flammable or there is a danger from gas being released, you should contact the Fire Department at 836-6960. If the material is being discharged into the Munster sewer system, you should contact Munster Public Works at 836-6970. In all other cases, the Community Development Department should be contacted at 836-6990. If you notice the problem after hours, call 836-6600, and police dispatch will notify the proper department.