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Knoxville, TN · official rules checked October 27, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Knoxville, TN

13 landfills and transfer stations and 28 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Knoxville, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Knoxville

Self-haul: City of Knoxville Transfer Station and Knox County convenience centers

City of Knoxville Transfer Station, 1033 Elm Street (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7am-3:45pm; Wed 7am-11:45am; Sat 8am-11:45am; 865-215-6700). From September 1, 2026: garbage, construction and demolition debris $85 per ton; loads with shingles $95 per ton; $1 minimum. Loads over 4 tons (8,000 lb) are not accepted. Card only (no cash, no American Express).

Large amounts of rock, brick, concrete or dirt are not accepted (two wheelbarrows per trip at most). The first Saturday of each month is free for City residents (no trailers over 2,500 lb, no shingles).

Knox County's 7 convenience centers take bulky do-it-yourself demolition waste from residents, one 5' x 8' pickup load or equivalent per day (865-215-5865).

Sources: City of Knoxville: Transfer Station, Knox County: Bulky and Do-It-Yourself Demolition Waste. Checked October 27, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Knoxville?

For a pickup load or two, hauling it yourself usually wins. Once a cleanout or remodel runs to several loads, a dumpster can cost less than your time, fuel and repeated gate fees.

Haul it yourself

Gate fee by weight, by load, or free for residents at some city sites

  • Official local rate: From September 1, 2026: garbage, construction and demolition debris $85 per ton; loads with shingles $95 per ton; $1 minimum.
  • You need a truck or trailer, a way to cover and secure the load, and time for each round trip
  • Best for 1-2 pickup loads, yard waste, or single items like a mattress or appliance
  • Resident-only sites usually ask for ID or proof of address
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Rent a dumpster

One price delivery, haul-away and disposal together

  • Dropped at your driveway; you load at your own pace, then it's hauled away
  • Best for several pickup loads: a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads and a 20 yard about 6 (redbox+)
  • Weight limits and extra-ton fees vary by company, so compare quotes
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Sites within 20 miles of Knoxville

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Knoxville. Listings come from EPA and state records; a green "Listed by" link appears where an official city or county page names that address.

Landfills & transfer stations (13)

Construction debris recycling (1)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (9)

Scrap metal & yard waste (18)

Showing the 14 closest of 18. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Knoxville


Interactive map of 37 sites

Pins use the coordinates in the EPA records. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What to do with special items

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All 373 sites in Tennessee

Facility data: EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (DDRT) (downloaded October 28, 2026; EPA Data License) and EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) landfill data, which we use to drop landfills LMOP lists as closed. Each listing names the state or national source EPA compiled it from and that record's date where given. Search uses U.S. Census Bureau 2024 Gazetteer centroids. Last checked October 28, 2026.

Rules and fees change, and not every site takes the public. Listings come from EPA and state agency records, not from the operators. Some sites accept only commercial haulers, residents, or certain materials, and hours change with holidays and weather. Call or check the operator's official page before you load the truck. Dumpster Price Map is independent and not affiliated with any facility or government agency. Spot an error? Tell us.

Knoxville dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Knoxville?

Measured from central Knoxville, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Stericycle Inc. (Knoxville), about 0.3 miles in a straight line. There are 13 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Knoxville?

Per the official page we cite: From September 1, 2026: garbage, construction and demolition debris $85 per ton; loads with shingles $95 per ton; $1 minimum. Fees differ by site and change, so check the operator's page or call before you load up.

Where can I take construction debris, tires or electronics near Knoxville?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 1 C&D landfill, 1 C&D recycler, 9 tire sites, 3 electronics recyclers and 1 household hazardous waste site. Use the filters above the list.

Should I rent a dumpster instead of going to the dump in Knoxville?

If you have more than a couple of pickup loads, a dumpster usually saves trips: redbox+ says a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads.