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City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street
City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street is a convenience center (citizen drop-off site) in Hamilton County, TN, listed under Chattanooga. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Hamilton County has 31 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 1400 West 57th Street, Chattanooga, TN Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Hamilton County, TN |
| Phone | (423) 643-6311 |
| Website | chattanooga.gov |
| Hours | Tue-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm Sat: 9 am to 6 pm Sun: 1 pm to 5 pm Closed Mondays and on city holidays (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Good Friday, Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). |
| Fees | No price on record. Many sites bill per ton with a minimum fee per visit. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Valid driver's license showing City of Chattanooga residency (recent electric, water or gas utility bill for new residents). Vehicle needs valid Hamilton County tags; commercial tags not allowed. |
| Access | Public facility (residency rules may apply) |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Not accepted | household trash, brush, yard waste, concrete, roofing, batteries, electronics, paint, propane tanks, hazardous waste, liquids, cardboard, pallets |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: chattanooga.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Hamilton County
- City of Chattanooga residents may use the city's refuse collection centers up to 12 times per calendar year, with a limit of 8 bags per visit and loads no bigger than a standard truck bed. Trucks larger than a standard pickup, dump bodies and tandem-axle trailers are not allowed, and contractors, businesses and landlords may not use the centers. Source
- All truck loads at the Chattanooga city landfill must be tarped; uncovered material is not accepted. Source
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Most dumps turn away hazardous waste, so keep paint and chemicals out of the load.
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other convenience centers nearby
- Hours: Tue-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTiresScrap metal
- Hours: Tue-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTiresScrap metal
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Recycling centerHours: Tue to Sat 8 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Hamilton County
All 31 drop-off sites in Hamilton County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Tennessee
Frequently asked questions
Where is City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street?
1400 West 57th Street, Chattanooga, TN. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
What can I drop off at City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street?
City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: household trash, brush, yard waste, concrete, roofing and batteries.
Can non-residents use City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Valid driver's license showing City of Chattanooga residency (recent electric, water or gas utility bill for new residents). Vehicle needs valid Hamilton County tags; commercial tags not allowed..
When is City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street open?
Tue-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm; Sat: 9 am to 6 pm; Sun: 1 pm to 5 pm. Closed Mondays and on city holidays (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Good Friday, Easter, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)..
What other convenience centers are near City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - West 57th Street?
City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - Airport Road in Chattanooga (8.3 mi) and City of Chattanooga Refuse Collection Center - North Access Road in Chattanooga (10 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Chattanooga?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is City of Chattanooga Household Hazardous Waste Facility, about 8.4 miles away.
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