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How to get rid of old batteries in Columbus County

Take them to the Columbus County Transfer Station. The fee isn’t posted, so call ahead.

Columbus County Transfer Station

Household garbage, and everything the recycling centers can’t take

Hours
Monday to Friday7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday to SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.

113 Landfill Road, Whiteville, NC 28472

Get directionsCall the center: 910-642-6852

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 15, 2026.

Sources: Columbus County: Solid Waste; Columbus County: Recycling center information (acceptable and unacceptable materials)

Rules for batteries

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • Car, truck, marine, mower, golf cart, and household batteries go to the transfer station, not the recycling centers. Power tool batteries aren’t taken anywhere.

Batteries in other counties

Source: Columbus County: Recycling center information (acceptable and unacceptable materials)

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