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South Wake Scrap Tire Facility

Tires only, off the rim, from Wake County

Hours
Monday to Saturday8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.

6160 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: Scrap tire recycling

Run by Wake County Solid Waste Management Division.

What it takes

It’s one of two Wake County recycling centers that take tires.

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

Wake County rules

  • Secure any open truck bed or trailer so nothing blows out or spills. Taking things out of the containers isn’t allowed.

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