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How to get rid of an old appliance in Macon County

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

Macon County MSW Landfill

Weighed on the way in and out. No charge for bagged household waste

Hours
Monday to Friday7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Also closed on county holidays that fall on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.

1448 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC

Get directionsCall the center: 828-349-2077

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

Sources: Macon County: Solid waste and recycling locations (map data); Macon County: Landfill rules; Macon County: Solid Waste Management; Macon County: Solid waste fee schedule; Macon County: Solid waste ordinance (amended Dec. 10, 2024)

Rules for appliances

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.
  • Macon County’s solid waste ordinance says white goods are taken free at the landfill, the Highlands (Rich Gap) Transfer Station, and the Nantahala center; the county’s accepted materials guide lists them only at the landfill.
  • The county removes the freon at no charge.

Appliances in other counties

Sources: Macon County: Recycling; Macon County: Solid waste fee schedule; Macon County: Solid waste ordinance (amended Dec. 10, 2024)

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