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How to get rid of old batteries in Surry County

Surry County’s recycling centers take car batteries. Its pages don’t mention household batteries.

One of 13 places in Surry County that take batteries. The rest are listed below.

Ararat Recycling Center

Bagged household trash and recycling; Surry County sticker required

Hours
Monday7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday to Saturday7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.

2522 NC Hwy 268, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041

Next to the Ararat River bridge

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

Sources: Surry County: Ararat Recycling Center; Surry County: Landfill and convenience center locations; Surry County: Public Works

Rules for batteries

Fee
Free
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.

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