Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Johnston County Trash Site
Johnston County Trash Site is a transfer station in Johnston County, NC, listed under Smithfield. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. We list 7 other drop-off sites in Johnston County.
| Address | 3505 Swift Creek Road, Smithfield, NC 27577 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Johnston County, NC |
| Phone | (919) 938-4750 |
| Website | johnstonnc.gov |
| Hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8 am to 6 pm Sat: 8 am to 5 pm Winter hours (Oct 1 to Apr 30). Summer hours (May 1 to Sep 30): Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sat 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday, Wednesday and generally county holidays. Customers must be unloaded by closing. |
| Fees | No published rate on file. Most dumps charge by weight or by load, often with a minimum. |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Electronics, Tires, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Not accepted | yard waste, construction debris, dirt, car parts, dead animals, land clearing debris, shingles |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: johnstonnc.gov, johnstonnc.com, johnstonnc.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Johnston County
- The convenience centers are for county residential use only; each household may bring up to three bulk items and one half-ton pickup load per week. Repeat violations at convenience centers carry fines of $100, $200 and $400. Source
- Electronics can be dropped off at the convenience centers or the landfill collection point. Source
Before you go
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Tires, appliances with refrigerant and electronics often cost extra or go to a separate area.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other transfer stations nearby
- All Star Waste Services Transfer station
- WI - Garner Transfer Station Transfer station
- Dunn - Erwin Area 2 C&D Landfill Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Capitol Waste Transfer, LLC Transfer station
- Shotwell Transfer Station - Raleigh Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 4 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteTires
More in Johnston County
All 8 drop-off sites in Johnston County · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
Where is Johnston County Trash Site?
3505 Swift Creek Road, Smithfield, NC 27577. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Johnston County Trash Site?
Johnston County Trash Site is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: yard waste, construction debris, dirt, car parts, dead animals and land clearing debris.
Can non-residents use Johnston County Trash Site?
No, it is for residents only.
When is Johnston County Trash Site open?
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8 am to 6 pm; Sat: 8 am to 5 pm. Winter hours (Oct 1 to Apr 30). Summer hours (May 1 to Sep 30): Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sat 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday, Wednesday and generally county holidays. Customers must be unloaded by closing..
What other transfer stations are near Johnston County Trash Site?
All Star Waste Services in Benson (9.2 mi), WI - Garner Transfer Station in Garner (16 mi) and Dunn - Erwin Area 2 C&D Landfill in Dunn (19 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Smithfield?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Wake HHW Wendell, about 18 miles away.
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