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How to get rid of old tires in Caldwell County

Take them to the Foothills Environmental Landfill. The fee isn’t posted, so call ahead.

Foothills Environmental Landfill

Run by Republic Services in partnership with Caldwell County

Hours
Monday to Friday7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.

2800 Cheraw Rd, Lenoir, NC 28645

Get directionsCall the center: 828-757-2874

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

Sources: Caldwell County: Convenience site locations and hours; Caldwell County: Convenience centers and recycling

Rules for tires

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • The convenience sites don’t take tires.

Tires in other counties

Sources: Caldwell County: What can I take to the convenience sites?; NC DEQ: Scrap tires

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