Barnwell Recycle Center
Recycling Center in Barnwell, South Carolina
About This Location
The Barnwell Recycle Center at 7633 SC-64 — known officially as the Fire Tower Center — is one of Barnwell County's staffed public drop-off recycling convenience sites, operated by Barnwell County Solid Waste Management & Recycling. Open three days a week, it accepts a wide range of household recyclables including aluminum and steel cans, glass bottles and jars, plastics #1–#7, cardboard, newspaper, magazines, scrap metal, white goods, textiles, latex paint, antifreeze, used motor oil with filters and bottles, cooking oil, tires, and lead-acid and Ni-Cd batteries. Like all staffed Barnwell County drop-off centers, it also features a Swap Shop where items suitable for reuse can be dropped off or picked up. Note that farmer oil (up to 55 gallons) and oil/gasoline mixtures are accepted only at the Landfill Center on Landfill Road — not at this site.
What Barnwell Recycle Center Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing · Motor Oil
What they do not accept
Items restricted to the Landfill Center only (farmer oil in bulk, oil/gas mixtures) must be taken to 155 Landfill Road, Barnwell, SC 29812. Electronic waste (e-waste) is accepted at the Barnwell County Landfill with a fee via Global Recycling — verify with the county whether e-waste is also accepted at this convenience center before your trip.
Fees
- Electronic waste (e-waste) — Fee applies; service provided via Global Recycling at the county landfill. Specific fee amount not published online.
Access & restrictions
Public drop-off convenience center open to Barnwell County residents. No gate code or appointment required during posted open hours. · Walk-in (no appointment) · This is a staffed site. Staff are present during open hours. Residency requirement for this specific site is not explicitly stated in published sources, but the center is operated by Barnwell County for county residents.
Programs & events
- Swap Shop — All staffed Barnwell County drop-off centers, including the Fire Tower Center, operate a Swap Shop where residents can drop off or pick up items suitable for reuse at no charge.
- Used Motor Oil Recycling — All Barnwell County Recycling Centers accept used motor oil, oil filters, and empty oil bottles. One gallon of used motor oil improperly disposed of can contaminate up to one million gallons of water.
- Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Collection — The Barnwell County Landfill accepts electronic waste from citizens; Global Recycling collects and packages large quantities. A fee applies. Confirm availability at this convenience center by calling (803) 541-1109.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What days and hours is the Barnwell Recycle Center on SC-64 open?
The center is open Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It is closed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.
Can I drop off tires at the Fire Tower Center on SC-64?
Yes. Passenger vehicle tires are accepted at all Barnwell County Recycling Centers, including this location. Large commercial or oversized tires are not specifically listed — call (803) 541-1109 to confirm.
Is there a fee to use the Barnwell Recycle Center drop-off?
Standard recyclables (cans, paper, plastic, glass, metal, tires, used oil, etc.) are accepted at no charge for residents. Electronic waste carries a fee and is handled through Global Recycling at the county landfill; confirm with the county at (803) 541-1109 whether e-waste is also accepted at this SC-64 site.
Can I drop off used motor oil, filters, and oil bottles at this location?
Yes. All Barnwell County Recycling Centers accept used motor oil, oil filters, and empty motor oil bottles. Allow 24 hours for oil to fully drain from filters before bringing them in. Note: oil/gasoline mixtures and bulk farmer oil (up to 55 gallons) must go to the Landfill Center on Landfill Road — not to this site.
Does the Barnwell Recycle Center on SC-64 have a Swap Shop?
Yes. All staffed Barnwell County drop-off centers, including this location, operate a Swap Shop where items suitable for reuse can be left or taken by the public at no charge.
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