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How to get rid of old paint in Burke County

Burke County takes paint only once it’s completely dry, in the regular waste. Oil-based paint counts as hazardous waste, which no county site takes.

John’s River Waste Management Facility

Transfer station for household waste and recycling, and a construction and demolition landfill

Hours
Monday to Friday7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday7 a.m. to noon
SundayClosed
  • Hours are in Eastern time.
  • From 4 to 6 p.m. on weekdays, household waste only goes in the container past the scale house.

2500 Marsh Trail, Morganton, NC 28655

Get directionsCall the center: 828-764-9066

Not yet verified. Call ahead to confirm. Source checked Oct. 14, 2026.

Sources: Burke County: Convenience centers and landfill (directory); Burke County: John's River Waste Management Facility (landfill); Burke County: Recycling information; Burke County: Waste Management

Rules for paint

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

Paint in other counties

Sources: Burke County: John's River Waste Management Facility (landfill); Burke County: Recycling information

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