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How to get rid of used motor oil in Richland County

Take it to the C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center or the Lower Richland Drop-Off Center. The fee isn’t posted, so call ahead. Limit: 5 gallons a visit.

One of two places in Richland County that take used motor oil. The rest are listed below.

C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center

Free for Richland County residents with proof of residency; businesses pay by the ton

Hours
Monday to Friday7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.

1070 Caughman Road North, Columbia, SC

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 16, 2026.

Source: Richland County: Drop-off centers

Rules for used motor oil

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
5 gallons a visit
Residency
Richland County residents. No household garbage, no business waste, and no trailers over 8 feet.
  • Oil filters, empty oil bottles, and antifreeze too. Nine fire stations and the Public Works yard at 400 Powell Rd. also take used oil from residents.

Other places that take used motor oil

Motor oil in other counties

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