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How to get rid of used motor oil in Buncombe County

Take it to the Buncombe County Landfill. There’s no fee.

Buncombe County Landfill

Open to the public. Fees by the bag or the ton

Hours
Monday to Friday8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • The county lists closings a few months ahead on its calendar.
  • Loads that take more than 30 minutes to unload must be in by 4 p.m. on weekdays and noon on Saturdays.

85 Panther Branch Road, Alexander, NC 28701

Get directionsCall the center: 828-250-5462

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 14, 2026.

Sources: Buncombe County: Landfill; Buncombe County: Solid Waste staff directory; Buncombe County: Solid Waste

Rules for used motor oil

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Open to the public. Fees by the bag or the ton.
  • Antifreeze, coolant, and oil filters too. The transfer station doesn’t take motor oil.

Motor oil in other counties

Sources: Buncombe County: Landfill; Buncombe County: Transfer Station

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