How to get rid of old batteries in Wayne County
Wayne County takes car batteries (lead-acid) in the landfill’s recycling area, free. Its pages don’t mention household batteries.
Wayne County Landfill
Wayne County waste only. Household trash covered by the yearly user fee; other loads by the ton
| Monday to Saturday | 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
- Hours are in Eastern time.
- Wayne County’s holiday page still shows its 2025 dates, so call before a holiday trip.
460B S Landfill Rd, Dudley, NC 28333
Also called the Dudley Landfill
Rules for batteries
- Fee
- Free
- Limit
- Not posted. Call ahead.
- Residency
- Wayne County waste only. Household trash covered by the yearly user fee; other loads by the ton.
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