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South Wake Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Wake County residents only, no business waste

Hours
Monday to Saturday8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.

6150 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, NC 27539

Get directionsCall the county office: Wake County Solid Waste Management Division, 919-856-7400

This center has no phone of its own, so this calls Wake County Solid Waste Management Division at 919-856-7400.

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

Source: Wake County: Household hazardous waste facilities

Run by Wake County Solid Waste Management Division.

What it takes

Wake County’s other two hazardous waste drop-offs take the same items. The North Wake Scrap Tire Facility and the South Wake Scrap Tire Facility take tires.

Each item has its own rules. Check before you go.

Wake County rules

  • No box trucks, enclosed or dual-axle trailers, or business vehicles at the hazardous waste facilities. Bring proof of Wake County residency.

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