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Middle Valley Recycling Center

Recycling only

Hours
Monday9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday to FridayClosed
Saturday8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.

1868 Crabtree Road, Hixson, TN 37343

Get directionsCall the center: 423-843-9317

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 10, 2026.

Source: Hamilton County: Where and when to recycle

Run by Hamilton County Recycling Department.

What it takes

It’s one of four Hamilton County recycling centers that take used motor oil. It’s one of five Hamilton County recycling centers that take some electronics and some batteries. The City of Chattanooga Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility takes some paint and household hazardous waste. The Wood Recycling Center takes brush.

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

Hamilton County rules

  • Hamilton County’s own centers take recycling only. The county doesn’t post a drop-off for household trash; the City of Chattanooga’s landfill takes it, free for city residents and $2 a bag for everyone else.

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