County residential use only; no out-of-county waste, no businesses. Limit one half-ton pickup load per week and three bulk items per week; no trailers over 8 ft or dump trailers.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Couch / furniture
LimitedMax three bulk items per week (couch, chair, mattress, box springs, lamps).
Item price: call to confirm
Tire
Call to confirmAppliance
Call to confirmFridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
Not acceptedBrush and branches
Not acceptedConstruction debris
Not acceptedConcrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Recycling
AcceptedCommingled and segregated recycling bins are free.
Normal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
Confirm load charges and item surcharges before you go.
Payment: Call to confirm
Access rules
County residential use only; no out-of-county waste, no businesses. Limit one half-ton pickup load per week and three bulk items per week; no trailers over 8 ft or dump trailers.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Sat | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
Winter hours Oct 1-Apr 30 shown. Summer hours May 1-Sep 30: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00-19:00, Sat 8:00-17:00. Not open Wed or Sun per county page; holiday hours posted by county.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Construction and demolition debris
- Yard waste
- Dirt and sand
- LP gas tanks
- Car parts
- Commercial waste
Free options
Recycling at the convenience centers is free; household drop-off has no per-visit fee listed.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Johnston County Household Waste Disposal ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Johnston County Drop-Off Locator ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026