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How to get rid of old paint in McMinn County

Oil-based paint goes to the Athens Recycling Center. Latex paint isn’t accepted there: let it dry out, then put it in the trash.

Athens Recycling Center

Recycling and household hazardous waste

Hours
Monday to Friday7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday7:30 a.m. to noon
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • Holiday closures aren’t posted. Call ahead near a holiday.
  • The City of Athens posts the Recycling Center’s hours as 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday. The state’s hazardous waste page lists 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

118 Rocky Mount Road, Athens, TN 37303

Get directionsCall the center: 423-744-2749

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

Sources: City of Athens: Recycling Center; TDEC: Household hazardous waste program

Rules for paint

Fee
Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit
Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency
Not posted. Call ahead.

Paint in other counties

Sources: City of Athens: Latex paint disposal; City of Athens: Recycling Center

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