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City of Knoxville Transfer Station

Paid. Residents and businesses.

Hours
Monday to Tuesday7 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday7 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Thursday to Friday7 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Saturday8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Closed on some holidays. The City marks them only on a PDF calendar, so call ahead near a holiday.
  • The City of Knoxville’s transfer station page says Free for City Residents day is the first Saturday of each month, and also says Saturdays are free for City residents.
  • Credit or debit card only. No cash and no American Express.
  • On Free for City Residents days, County residents and businesses can’t use it. Call before a Saturday trip.

1033 Elm Street, Knoxville, TN 37921

Get directionsCall the center: 865-215-6700

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 13, 2026.

Sources: City of Knoxville: Transfer Station; City of Knoxville: Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Run by City of Knoxville.

What it takes

The City of Knoxville Household Hazardous Waste Facility takes some paint and household hazardous waste.

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

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