October 25, 2018

Water quality starts at the source which is why Loudoun Water and water utilities around the nation encourage the properly dispose of medications and household chemicals instead of flushing them down the toilet. Flushing medications can sometimes lead to problems like water pollution as most medications are not completely removed by the wastewater treatment process or septic systems.  

The Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 27th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity for residents to safely and conveniently dispose of unwanted or expired prescription drugs. 

There are several locations in Loudoun County where expired and unwanted medications will be accepted including: 

  1. Wegmans at Dulles 28 Center, located at 45131 Columbia Place, Sterling

  2. Eastern Loudoun Sheriff’s Station, 46620 E. Frederick Drive, Sterling; Western Loudoun Station, 47 W. Loudoun St., Round Hill

  3. Ashburn Station, 20272 Savin Hill Drive, Ashburn

  4. Dulles South Public Safety Center, 25216 Loudoun County Parkway, Chantill

More information about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day can be found on the DEA's website.