How to dispose of automotive fluids in Milwaukee

Checked against official sources · September 7, 2026

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The answer depends on the material

Motor oil, oil filters, and antifreeze can go to a city drop-off center; gasoline and brake fluid belong at Home HazMat.

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What to do

  1. Keep each liquid in a closed, labeled container.
  2. Take motor oil, used filters, or antifreeze to a city drop-off center.
  3. Take gasoline, brake fluid, and other hazardous automotive chemicals to MMSD Home HazMat.

Keep in mind

Never pour automotive fluids into a drain, onto the ground, or into either cart.

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