How to get rid of old batteries in Fairfax County

Car batteries go in the recycling area at the I-66 Transfer Station or the I-95 Landfill Complex. Rechargeable batteries go to the household hazardous waste sites there, free for county residents.

One of four places in Fairfax County that take batteries. The rest are listed below.

I-66 Transfer Station

Fairfax County residents; bring proof of residency

Hours
Monday to Friday	7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday to Sunday	7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hours are in Eastern time.

4618 West Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22030

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

Sources: Fairfax County: Recycling and trash locations and hours; Fairfax County: Residential disposal fees and regulations; Fairfax County: Recycling and trash facility holiday hours

Rules for batteries

Fee: Free
Limit: Not posted. Call ahead.
Residency: Fairfax County residents; bring proof of residency. Fairfax County residents only; no businesses.

Other places that take batteries

I-95 Landfill Complex9850 Furnace Road, Lorton, VA 22079
I-66 Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Site4618 West Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
I-95 Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Site9850 Furnace Road, Lorton, VA 22079

Batteries in other counties and cities

Sources: Fairfax County: I-95 Landfill Complex; Fairfax County: Household hazardous waste; Fairfax County: Electronics

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