Landfill
Morristown-Hamblen County Landfill
9.0 mi NE · Morristown, TN
Landfill
Jefferson County Landfill
Dandridge, Jefferson County, TN · All sites in Jefferson County
Jefferson County Landfill is a landfill in Dandridge, Jefferson County, Tennessee, operated by County of Jefferson. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1993, with closure projected for 2032.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes construction debris, household trash and scrap metal.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (865) 397-3544 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
- Scrap metal (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Open |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1993 |
| Projected closure | 2032 |
| Waste in place | 1,065,797 tons |
| Size | 100 acres |
| Owner | Jefferson County |
| Operator | Jefferson County |
| Landfill gas collection | No |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Jefferson County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Jefferson County Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7 AM – 3:30 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 12 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (865) 397-3544 before hauling a load.
What does Jefferson County Landfill accept?
Construction debris, household trash and scrap metal, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Jefferson County Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Jefferson County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2032 for a landfill that opened in 1993 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- 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.
- Landfill, Transfer Station or Convenience Center: Which One Should You Use?What each type of public waste facility does, what it accepts, how it charges, and which to use for household trash, bulky items and construction debris.
- 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.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (compiled from Tennesee Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) Solid Waste Program) · record dated 2025-07-27
- OpenStreetMap relation/14357047 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated July 27, 2025. 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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