Transfer station
Cherokee County Class 3 Transfer Station
0.9 mi E · Gaffney, SC
Construction & Demolition Landfill
Cherokee Co
Gaffney, Cherokee County, SC · All sites in Cherokee County
Cherokee Co is a construction & demolition landfill in Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina, operated by Cherokee County. The site also works as a transfer station.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 9 disposal sites we list in Cherokee County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (864) 487-2537 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Closed |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1972 |
| Closed | 1998 |
| Waste in place | 2,400,000 tons |
| Size | 46 acres |
| Owner | Cherokee County |
| Operator | Cherokee County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
Hauling construction debris in South Carolina? Compare every site that takes it on the South Carolina construction debris list.
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This listing does not have fees or residency rules yet. We only publish details we can trace to a source, so call the site before you load up. Send us the details if you run or use this facility.
Location and nearby sites
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Cherokee Co: questions
What are the hours at Cherokee Co?
Monday,Thursday,Friday 7:30 AM – 4 PM; Tuesday,Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday 7:30 AM – 1 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (864) 487-2537 before hauling a load.
What does Cherokee Co accept?
Construction debris and household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Cherokee Co take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
Is Cherokee Co closed?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists the landfill as closed in 1998 (data as of September 2024). Some closed landfills keep a transfer station or drop-off area open, so check before you go.
Before you haul
- How to Haul a Load to the Dump Safely and LegallySecured-load laws, tarping, payload limits, the weigh-in routine and tipping-floor safety, plus a checklist of what to bring on dump day.
- How to Get Rid of Construction Debris Without OverpayingLandfill, C&D landfill, transfer station, recycler or dumpster: how each works for remodel and demo debris, how sorting cuts cost, and what to ask first.
- Dump and Landfill Fees ExplainedHow tipping fees work: per ton vs per load, minimums, scale-in and scale-out, resident rates and item fees, and how to estimate your cost first.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (compiled from South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) - Permitted Solid Waste Management Facilities) · record dated 2022-03-14
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated September 2024. Hours, fees or contact details last added October 5, 2026. Listed here since October 5, 2026. We are an independent directory, not the operator. How we source and check listings.
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