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Dumps and Transfer Stations in Mecklenburg County, NC

Compare 4 public drop-off sites in Mecklenburg County: published fees, hours and what each one accepts. Checked October 23, 2026.

4Facilities
2Cities
4Take Mattresses
$0Lowest Starting Price

⚡ Quick Answer

The lowest starting price we list for a dump or transfer station in Mecklenburg County is at Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center in Charlotte: $0 (up to 5 kitchen bags, county residents). We list 4 sites in Mecklenburg County. Rates were checked October 23, 2026. Fees at the scale can add surcharges, so call ahead.

📋 Quick Navigation

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    Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center140 Valleydale Road, Charlotte
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    Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center17131 Lancaster Highway, Charlotte
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    North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center12300 Statesville Road, Huntersville

💡 Good to Know in Mecklenburg County

✅ Before You Go

  • Mecklenburg County runs four full-service disposal and recycling centers, all on one fee sheet: Compost Central, Foxhole, Hickory Grove and North Mecklenburg. Cities collect curbside trash; the county does not.
  • Cover and tie down your load. Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center charges +50%, Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center charges +50%, Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center charges +50%, North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center charges +50% for an uncovered load.
  • Every vehicle needs a sticker. County residents get a free blue one at the cashier booth. Out-of-county residents pay $120 a year for a badge, and businesses pay business rates. The centers take cards only: no cash and no checks.
  • Five kitchen trash bags are free for residents. Bigger loads, bulky items, yard waste and tires are charged by the unit or by weight, so check the fee table before you go.
  • Call ahead. Rates are set at the scale and many add fuel or environmental surcharges.
  • Bring ID and proof of address if you want resident rates or a free mattress drop-off.
  • Separate your load. Mixed loads usually pay the higher rate.

🎟️ Free Drop-Offs

  • Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center: County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, used oil and car batteries at no charge. The fee sheet lists no limit.
  • Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center: County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, used oil and car batteries at no charge. The fee sheet lists no limit.
  • Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center: County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, used oil and car batteries at no charge. The fee sheet lists no limit.
  • North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center: County residents can drop off household hazardous waste, used oil and car batteries at no charge. The fee sheet lists no limit.

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🔎 Browse by Item in Mecklenburg County

🗑️ Household Trash (4)🛋️ Furniture (4)🛏️ Mattresses (4)🔌 Appliances (4)📺 Electronics (4)🛞 Tires (4)🌿 Yard Waste (4)🧱 Construction Debris (4)🔩 Scrap Metal (4)☣️ Hazardous Waste (4)

🗺️ Map of Mecklenburg County Facilities

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🏢 All 4 Facilities in Mecklenburg County

1

Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center

📍 140 Valleydale Road, Charlotte, NC 28214

♻️ Recycling Center💵 From $0
Is this your facility? Claim it free

Fees and what they take

Kitchen trash bags, up to five 32-gallon bags$0
Kitchen trash bags, 6 to 15 bags$12
Kitchen trash bags, 16 to 25 bags$15
Kitchen trash beyond 25 bags, weighed in and out$42.25 / ton
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🛏️ Mattresses🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires

Hours

Monday to Saturday7 AM to 4 PM
#1 of 4 · Checked October 23, 2026See all fees and details →
2

Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center

📍 17131 Lancaster Highway, Charlotte, NC 28277

⛰️ Landfill💵 From $0
Is this your facility? Claim it free

Fees and what they take

Kitchen trash bags, up to five 32-gallon bags$0
Kitchen trash bags, 6 to 15 bags$12
Kitchen trash bags, 16 to 25 bags$15
Kitchen trash beyond 25 bags, weighed in and out$42.25 / ton
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🛏️ Mattresses🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires

Hours

Recycling center, Monday to Saturday7 AM to 4 PM
Landfill, Monday to Friday7 AM to 4 PM
#2 of 4 · Checked October 23, 2026See all fees and details →
3

Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center

📍 8007 Pence Road, Charlotte, NC 28215

♻️ Recycling Center💵 From $0
Is this your facility? Claim it free

Fees and what they take

Kitchen trash bags, up to five 32-gallon bags$0
Kitchen trash bags, 6 to 15 bags$12
Kitchen trash bags, 16 to 25 bags$15
Kitchen trash beyond 25 bags, weighed in and out$42.25 / ton
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🛏️ Mattresses🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires

⚠️ The county's page reads "Starting December 12, we will temporarily not accept [yard waste]...

Hours

Monday to Saturday7 AM to 4 PM
#3 of 4 · Checked October 23, 2026See all fees and details →
4

North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center

📍 12300 Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078

♻️ Recycling Center💵 From $0
Is this your facility? Claim it free

Fees and what they take

Kitchen trash bags, up to five 32-gallon bags$0
Kitchen trash bags, 6 to 15 bags$12
Kitchen trash bags, 16 to 25 bags$15
Kitchen trash beyond 25 bags, weighed in and out$42.25 / ton
🗑️ Household Trash🛋️ Furniture🛏️ Mattresses🔌 Appliances📺 Electronics🛞 Tires

⚠️ The county says the center is under construction. It limits business and non-residential l...

Hours

Monday to Saturday7 AM to 4 PM
#4 of 4 · Checked October 23, 2026See all fees and details →

❓ Common Questions

Which Mecklenburg County facility has the lowest starting price?

Based on published rates checked October 23, 2026, Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center in Charlotte lists the lowest minimum: $0 (up to 5 kitchen bags, county residents). Fees and surcharges are added at the scale, so call ahead.

Where can I take mattresses in Mecklenburg County?

These facilities list mattresses as accepted: Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center, Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center, North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take tires in Mecklenburg County?

These facilities list tires as accepted: Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center, Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center, North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take electronics in Mecklenburg County?

These facilities list electronics as accepted: Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center, Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center, North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take hazardous waste in Mecklenburg County?

These facilities list hazardous waste as accepted: Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center, Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center, North Mecklenburg Disposal and Recycling Center. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

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