Buncombe County Transfer Station

Provides efficient, convenient, and cost effective waste transportation and disposal services in the most environmentally sound manner possible.

• Accepts residential waste only

During all open hours, residents can drop off these recyclables at no charge:

• Lead-acid batteries
• Newspaper and brown paper bags
• Corrugated cardboard
• "Blue bag" or commingled recyclable containers, including #1 & #2 plastic; aluminum cans; clear, green, and brown glass; and steel cans

We also accept reusable corrugated cardboard moving boxes and shipping cartons. Please break down and flatten the boxes for storage.

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm

Saturday
8:00am - 3:00pm

Contact Info

Stephen Hunter
Phone: (828) 250-6205
Stephen.Hunter@buncombecounty.org

From I-240

• From I-240, take exit 1B (Brevard Road/Hwy. 191). At the traffic light, take Highway 191 North.
• Turn left onto Shelburne Road. Turn left onto Hominy Creek Road.
• The Transfer Station will be on the left.
  

From I-40

• From I-40, take exit 47 (Brevard Road/Hwy. 191). At the traffic light, take Highway 191 North.
• After crossing I-240, turn left onto Shelburne Road. Turn left onto Hominy Creek Road.
• The Transfer Station will be on the left.