The data listings, reporting forms, and specificatopms for the Survey were developed over a period of more than five months through the joint efforts of representatives of the Bureau of Solid Waste Management, State agencies, and private consultants. The Survey provides information on the types and amounts of solid waste collected, their disposition, and the resources (manpower, equipment, facilities, monies, etc.) required to carry out collection, reduction, and disposal activities. In addition to the inventory data, evaluations of existing reduction and disposal facilities are also provided. It must be emphasized, however, that the Survey is community-oriented. In general, little information was obtained from industries that handle their own waste or utilize their own on-site disposal facilities. (Author)