Recycling Centers in Greenville, NC
Find drop-off recycling locations in Greenville, North Carolina. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Greenville, North Carolina. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Greenville area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Greenville: A Local Guide
Greenville, the seat of Pitt County in eastern North Carolina, is served by two public solid-waste and recycling facilities operated by Pitt County Solid Waste & Recycling. Both accept mixed recyclables under the county's single-stream "Recycle All Together" program, but they serve distinct purposes and operate on different schedules.
Port Terminal Recycling Center at 911 Port Terminal Road is one of 14 staffed Pitt County convenience collection sites for residents. It accepts mixed recyclables (#1, #2, and #5 plastics; metal cans; paper; cardboard), glass (in glass-only containers), used motor and cooking oil, car batteries, electronics, appliances, bulk items such as mattresses, small yard waste, and household garbage. Hours are seasonal: April–October Monday–Saturday 7:30 AM–7:30 PM / Sunday 2:00–7:30 PM; November–March Monday–Saturday 7:30 AM–6:00 PM / Sunday 2:00–6:00 PM. Commercial and business waste and construction debris are not accepted here.
Pitt County Recycling Center (the Transfer Station) at 3025 Landfill Road accepts both residents and businesses. In addition to the same mixed recycling stream, it handles tires (up to 5 free for residents, off-rim), construction and demolition debris, commercial waste ($60/ton), and wooden pallets. Hours are Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM and Saturday 8 AM–noon; closed Sunday. The Transfer Station also hosts periodic Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day events in partnership with the NC Dept. of Agriculture.
For everyday household recycling, the Port Terminal site's longer seasonal hours are convenient; for tires, C&D materials, or commercial loads, the Transfer Station on Landfill Road is the correct destination.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Greenville
What is the difference between the Port Terminal site and the Pitt County Transfer Station?
Port Terminal (911 Port Terminal Rd) is a residential convenience collection site with seasonal extended hours — it accepts household recyclables, trash, appliances, electronics, and yard waste for residents only. The Transfer Station (3025 Landfill Rd) serves both residents and businesses and additionally handles tires, C&D debris, commercial waste, and HHW events. Construction debris and commercial waste cannot go to Port Terminal; they must go to the Transfer Station.
Which plastics are accepted for recycling at Greenville's Pitt County sites?
Both sites follow the same county rule: only plastics labeled #1 (PET), #2 (HDPE), and #5 (PP) are accepted. Plastics #3, #4, #6, and #7 are rejected. Do not bag recyclables — loose items only in the bin.
Can I drop off tires at the Port Terminal site in Greenville?
No. Tires must go to the Pitt County Transfer Station at 3025 Landfill Road. Pitt County residents may bring up to five passenger tires free (rims removed); more than five, or any commercial tires, require a completed NC Scrap Tire Certification Form and a licensed tire hauler.
Are Greenville's Pitt County recycling sites free to use?
For residential household recyclables and garbage, yes — both sites are free for residents (covered by the county's $144/year solid waste tax). The Transfer Station charges fees for commercial waste ($60/ton) and C&D materials ($20–$55/ton depending on load type). Port Terminal has no listed fee for residential drop-offs.