Harris County Government
March Tornado Information
Updated (4-4-19)
- Ellerslie Park located on GA Highway 85 will close to the public on Sunday, April 14 at midnight for wood storm debris disposal (no metal objects or construction material).
- After April 14, please take all storm debris to the Harris County Transfer Station located at 4070 Barnes Mill Road in Hamilton during normal operating hours (Mon.-Sat. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). The Transfer Station will accept wood storm debris (inert waste) at the regular rate of free to citizens, $18 per ton for commercial, and $45.60 per ton for mixed inert waste. Construction and demolition materials such as shingles, plywood, fencing, carpet, etc. will be at the regular rate of $45.60 per ton.
- Please do not take wood storm debris to any of the convenience sites.
- Individual citizens can apply for a burn permit to burn wood debris on-site in your yard if wanted. Call the Georgia Forestry Commission at 1-877-652-2876 or visit www.gatrees.org to obtain an individual burn permit.
Important Phone Numbers: Transfer Station – 706-582-2982