Jackson County Solid Waste Centers: Locations, Hours, and Accepted Items
Solid Waste Centers
Solid Waste Centers Jackson County operates two convenience centers (solid waste centers) for citizens of Jackson County. These centers are provided for Jackson County residents to dispose of household garbage. There is no charge for the disposal of household garbage. Businesses and out-of-county residents are prohibited from using these centers. Solid Waste Convenience Centers do not accept: • Commercial waste • Business waste • Out of County waste • Hazardous waste • Liquid waste • Paint in liquid form • Lead-acid batteries • Used oil • Brush • Tires • Appliances containing Freon • Appliances • Construction or demolition debris • Asphalt shingles • Lumber • Metal • Fencing • Furniture • Mattresses • Electronic waste • Hot ashes • Dead animals • Other special waste For assistance with the disposal of these items, please contact the Jackson County Solid Waste Department at 931-268-0213. Jackson County Solid Waste Center 690 Cookeville Boat Dock Rd. Cookeville, TN 38506 Hours: M, T, W, F 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Sat. 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Closed: Thursdays & Sundays Town of Gainesboro Convenience Center 614 Industrial Dr. Gainesboro, TN 38562 Hours: M, T, W, F 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Sat. 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Closed: Thursdays & Sundays