General Solid Waste Guidance

The Solid Waste Policy, Planning, & Special Programs Branch of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality administers a variety of programs related to ensuring proper solid waste management in Mississippi. These programs include the development of regulations, policies and guidance documents on solid waste management issues; the collection and publication of solid waste disposal facility reports; the oversight of local solid waste planning matters; programs for the training and certification of solid waste management professionals; and a variety of other programs addressing solid waste matters. The following documents provide information and guidance on the regulations and programs administered by the Solid Waste Policy, Planning, and Special Programs Branch.

Solid Waste Planning Guidance
Solid Waste Operator Certification Information
Other Programs and Documents
Contact Information

Mailing Address
Office of Pollution Control
Waste Division
P. O. Box 2261
Jackson, MS 39225
Shipping Address
Office of Pollution Control
Waste Division
515 E. Amite St.
Jackson, MS 39201

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Fax Number
601-961-5785