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How to get rid of old tires in Craven County

Take them to the Tuscarora Landfill (Regional Landfill). There’s no fee.

Tuscarora Landfill (Regional Landfill)

Open to the public, with a residential drop-off area for cars and small trucks

Hours
Monday to Saturday7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
  • Every vehicle must be unloaded and checked out by 10 minutes after closing.

7400 Old US 70 Hwy, New Bern, NC 28562

Get directionsCall the center: 252-633-1564

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

Sources: Craven County: Regional landfill; Coastal Environmental Partnership: Waste disposal policy

Rules for tires

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • The landfill’s operator says every load of tires needs a state scrap tire certification form, though North Carolina law exempts five or fewer of your own tires.
  • The convenience centers don’t take tires.

Tires in other counties

Sources: Coastal Environmental Partnership: Waste disposal policy; Craven County: Convenience site rules and regulations; NC DEQ: Scrap tires

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