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The Household Hazardous Waste Facility for Knox County residents is located at 1033 Elm St. just off of Baxter. For questions concerning Hazardous Waste call 865.215.6700. No charges for County citizens.
Mon – Tue – Thur – Fri: 7 am – 4 pm
Wed: 7 am – 12 Noon
Sat: 8 am – 12 Noon
The center will be closed on Sundays
Items Accepted:
- Adhesives
- Electronics
- Polishers
- AC Refrigerants
- Paint Strippers
- Paint & Paint Cans
- Automotive Oil
- Wood Preservatives
- Carpet
- Fuel Injection
- Wood & Metal Cleaners
- Appliances
- Drain Openers
- Propane Cylinders
- Carpet Padding
- Fungicides
- Oven Cleaners
- Herbicides
- Grease & Rust Solvents
- Paint Thinners
- Fluorescent Bulbs
- Compact Florescent Light Bulbs (CFL)
Items Not Accepted:
- Commercial Waste
- Explosives
- Unidentifiable Items
- Ammunition
- Fire Extinguishers
- Non-Propane Cylinders
- Medical Waste
- Radioactive Waste
- Smoke Detectors
For other Counties please check with your Solid Waste Director for the next Household Hazardous Waste collection event. They are typically held once a year.
