Waste Reduction Center

At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, large household items, metal, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste (tree limbs, branches, leaves, etc.), and construction debris. Loads of shingles are not accepted; (small amounts from a shed or doghouse are acceptable). Concrete and brick are not accepted. Innovative Crushing & Aggregate will accept concrete, but not bricks. Outer Loop landfill will accept bricks. Try giving away first! Mulch and dirt are not accepted.

Residents may drop off up to 4 large household items, up to 4 passenger tires, and up to 3 electronic items per day for free. Loads of debris, more than the item limit, and businesses will be charged according to the Price List. CASH ONLY

Residents with Metro waste collection services may schedule a Large Item Pickup for up to 4 eligible large items. 

The Waste Reduction Center is located at 636 Meriwether Avenue, but the ENTRANCE IS ON BLAND STREET
 
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Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

NOTE: Trucks with trailers must arrive at least 15 minutes before closing. 

The following holidays may affect hours: New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

Waste Reduction Center Price List
CASH ONLY

Lawn Care For Cleaner Air Metro Solid Waste, in partnership with the Metro Air Pollution Control District, accepts gasoline, electric and human-powered lawn maintenance equipment and replacement batteries. (Up to 4 items accepted per day.) Rebate vouchers are issued as proof of recycling so participants can receive the larger bonus rebate instead of the standard rebate when the vouchers are used for electric or human powered. 

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