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Charlotte, NC · official rules checked October 27, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Charlotte, NC

17 landfills and transfer stations and 32 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Charlotte, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Charlotte

Self-haul: Foxhole Landfill and Mecklenburg County full-service centers

Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, 17131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte: landfill Mon-Fri 7am-4pm, recycling center Mon-Sat 7am-4pm. Other full-service centers are Hickory Grove, North Mecklenburg and Compost Central (140 Valleydale Rd.).

County residential fees for July 2026-June 2027: construction & demolition debris $25 per unit for pickups without built-up sides, work vans and single-axle trailers 10 ft or smaller (under 3 cubic yards). Weighed loads, including all shingle loads and trailers over 8 ft: $65 per ton, $26 minimum for C&D. A vehicle sticker is required and sold at the centers.

Maximum delivery to a full-service center is 14 cubic yards; larger loads must go directly to the Foxhole Landfill. Uncovered or unsecured loads can be charged 50% more.

Sources: Mecklenburg County: Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center, Mecklenburg County: Residential Fees July 2026-June 2027 (PDF). Checked October 27, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Charlotte?

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: County residential fees for July 2026-June 2027: construction & demolition debris $25 per unit for pickups without built-up sides, work vans and single-axle trailers 10 ft or smaller (under 3 cubic yards).
  • 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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Pickup-load capacity: redbox+ Greensboro size guide. Dumpster prices are the ones local companies publish, collected on our city pages with a source link for each.

Sites within 20 miles of Charlotte

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Charlotte. 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 (17)

Construction debris recycling (6)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (11)

Scrap metal & yard waste (15)

Showing the 14 closest of 15. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Charlotte


Interactive map of 48 sites

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

What to do with special items

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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.

Charlotte dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Charlotte?

Measured from central Charlotte, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is O'Leary Resource Recovery Center (Charlotte), about 4.2 miles in a straight line. There are 17 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Charlotte?

Per the official page we cite: County residential fees for July 2026-June 2027: construction & demolition debris $25 per unit for pickups without built-up sides, work vans and single-axle trailers 10 ft or smaller (under 3 cubic yards). 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 Charlotte?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 4 C&D landfills, 6 C&D recyclers, 1 tire site, 7 electronics recyclers and 5 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

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

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.