John’s River Waste Management Facility
Transfer station for household waste and recycling, and a construction and demolition landfill
| Monday to Friday | 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 7 a.m. to noon |
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- From 4 to 6 p.m. on weekdays, household waste only goes in the container past the scale house.
2500 Marsh Trail, Morganton, NC 28655
What it takes
It’s the only place in Burke County that takes tires, appliances, mattresses, some paint, electronics, brush, construction debris, used motor oil, and batteries.
Each item has its own rules. Check before you go.
Burke County rules
- Burke County homes pay a $97 yearly residential dwelling fee ($46.56 at the reduced rate) for the convenience centers and the John’s River facility.
- At the John’s River facility, separate metal, pallets, and electronics from the rest of your load. It takes no liquids, hazardous waste, or asbestos. Construction debris is $46 a ton ($5.25 for a household load), brush $36.75 a ton, and roofing and pallets $49 a ton.
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