Waste Disposal in Polk County, TN

6 facilities across 5 cities: landfills, transfer stations, recycling centers, and more.

4.6

SMR Simmons Metal Recycling

Benton, TN · 58 reviews

Scrap MetalScrap metal dealerJunkyard

4.4

Polk County Grassy Creek Convenience Center

Copperhill, TN · 14 reviews

Waste FacilityWaste management service

4.0

Polk County Farner Convenience Center

Farner, TN · 4 reviews

Waste FacilityWaste management service

4.0

CG Roxane Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water Recycling Center

Benton, TN · 2 reviews

Recycling CenterPlastic products supplier

Polk County Reliance Convenience Center

Reliance, TN

Waste FacilityWaste management service

Polk County Sanitation Linsdale Convenience Center

Delano, TN

Waste FacilityWaste management service

About Waste Disposal in Polk County

Polk County in Tennessee has 6 listed waste disposal facilities spread across 5 cities. Listings include hours, contact info, and ratings so you can pick a site before you load up. The highest rated is SMR Simmons Metal Recycling in Benton, rated 4.6 stars from 58 reviews.

County facilities are where residency rules show up most: many Polk County sites offer free or discounted dumping for residents and turn away or surcharge everyone else. Bring ID, call ahead for current fees, and keep hazardous materials separate. Paint, chemicals, and batteries usually need a dedicated hazardous waste drop-off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I dump trash in Polk County, Tennessee?

There are 6 waste disposal facilities across 5 cities in Polk County, Tennessee, including landfills, transfer stations, and recycling centers.

Do I have to be a Polk County resident to use the dump?

It depends on the facility. County-run sites often serve residents only, or charge non-residents a higher rate, and may ask for ID or a utility bill as proof of residency. Private facilities usually take anyone willing to pay the gate fee. Check the listing or call ahead.

What is the best-rated facility in Polk County?

The top facility in Polk County is SMR Simmons Metal Recycling in Benton with a 4.6-star rating from 58 Google reviews.

Cities in Polk County

Benton2 facilities Copperhill1 facility Delano1 facility Farner1 facility Reliance1 facility

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