Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Athens Clarke County Landfill
Athens Clarke County Landfill is a landfill in Winterville, GA, in Clarke County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. We list 12 other drop-off sites in Clarke County. In 2022 it accepted roughly 91,273 tons, according to EPA data.
| Address | 5700 Lexington Rd, Winterville, GA 30683 Directions |
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| County | Clarke County, GA |
| Phone | (706) 613-3508 |
| Website | accgov.com |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm You must be out of the gate by closing time. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Not accepted | construction debris |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Operator | Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County (ACCUG) (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1977 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: accgov.com, accgov.com. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Clarke County
- The Athens-Clarke County Landfill accepts household trash from Athens-Clarke and Oglethorpe County only, does not take construction and demolition debris, and requires all garbage to be covered by a tarp and secured. No appointment is needed for trash. Source
Before you go
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Most dumps turn away hazardous waste, so keep paint and chemicals out of the load.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other landfills nearby
- Republic Waste - Oak Grove Sr 324 Landfill
- R&B Landfill (Site 2) Landfill
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Tue: 7 am to 1 pm … Facility fee per trip (Athens-Clarke residents): $3Household hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metalAppliances
- Household trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Clarke County
All 13 drop-off sites in Clarke County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Scrap metal · Georgia
Frequently asked questions
Where is Athens Clarke County Landfill?
5700 Lexington Rd, Winterville, GA 30683. Follow the Directions link for the fastest route.
What can I drop off at Athens Clarke County Landfill?
Athens Clarke County Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: construction debris.
Can non-residents use Athens Clarke County Landfill?
No, it is for residents only.
How much does it cost to dump at Athens Clarke County Landfill?
Household trash, per ton: $70 per ton; Minimum charge: $20; Residential bags (punch card): $3 per bag, up to six bags; six-bag card $18 at the scale house; Mattress or box spring: $10 per item. Prices as listed on the county fees page; confirm at the scale house as rates can change.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Athens Clarke County Landfill open?
Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm; Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm. You must be out of the gate by closing time..
What other landfills are near Athens Clarke County Landfill?
Republic Waste - Oak Grove Sr 324 in Winder (29 mi) and R&B Landfill (Site 2) in Homer (31 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Winterville?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Center for Hard to Recycle Materials, about 7.2 miles away.
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