Backyard Burn Regulations
Before burning outside, contact the Linn County Burn Line at 541-451-1904. The number will connect you with an automated message that is updated daily. Select the option for Backyard Burning. The message will indicate whether or not burning is allowed.
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MATERIALS THAT CANNOT BE BURNED AT ANY TIME:
DEQ regulations prohibit open burning of the following materials at any time, anywhere in the state of Oregon:
- Rubber products, including tires
- Asbestos products
- Animal remains
- Plastic
- Wet garbage
- Petroleum and petroleum-treated debris
- Asphalt or industrial waste
- Any material that creates dense smoke or noxious odors
- Auto parts and wire insulation
This means the use of a tire, gasoline, diesel and other like products to ignite a fire is also prohibited. To ignite, we recommend covering the pile (or part of it if it’s large) to keep it dry, then starting with paper and a match.
For general questions about backyard burning and prohibited materials please use the following contact information. All inquiries about burn regulations will be referred to the DEQ.
Oregon DEQ Burn Regulations (Click here)
DEQ Phone: 503-378-8240
DEQ Complaint Line: 888-378-8240 (automated number to leave detailed complaint information)
Department of Environmental Quality : File a Pollution Complaint : Resources : State of Oregon
4026 Fairview Industrial Drive SE
Salem, OR 97302
