How to get rid of old batteries in Augusta County

Car and other lead-acid batteries go to the wooden shelter at the landfill’s Public Use Site. Alkaline batteries go in the trash. Lithium, NiCad, and other rechargeable batteries aren’t taken.

Augusta Regional Landfill

Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro; free for residents except tires and Freon appliances

Hours
Monday to Saturday	8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Sunday	Closed

Hours are in Eastern time.
Open Presidents Day, Good Friday, Veterans Day, and the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas.
To use the active landfill, arrive before 3:30 p.m.; dead animals before 2 p.m.

749 Christians Creek Rd, Staunton, VA 24401

Get directions Call the center

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources: Augusta Regional Landfill: Hours and holidays; Augusta Regional Landfill: Fees; Augusta County: Solid waste and recycling locations

Rules for batteries

Fee: Not posted. Call ahead.
Limit: Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency: Augusta County, Staunton, and Waynesboro; free for residents except tires and Freon appliances.

Batteries in other counties and cities

Source: Augusta Regional Landfill: Disposal guide

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