Scrap tires are banned from most landfills. Recyclers and many transfer stations accept them for a small per-tire fee, then turn them into crumb rubber, fuel and civil-engineering material.

In South Carolina we list 15 tires drop-off locations across 12 cities, with the most in Columbia, Aiken, Anderson, Charleston and Edisto Island. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Tires Drop-Off Locations in South Carolina

Richland County Public Works

📍Columbia · 400 Powell Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
📞+1 803-576-2400
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Charleston County Landfill

📍Charleston · 1344 Bees Ferry Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
📞+1 843-571-0929
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Richland County Solid Waste

📍Columbia · 1070 Caughman Rd N, Columbia, SC 29203
📞+1 803-576-2440
🕐Today: 7 AM–4:30 PM
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Anderson County Solid Waste

📍Anderson · 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson, SC 29625
📞+1 864-260-1001
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Allison Creek Collection & Recycling Center

📍York · 5725 Campbell Rd, York, SC 29745
📞+1 803-628-3181
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Richland County C&D Landfill Drop-Off Center

📍Columbia · 1070 Caughman Rd N, Columbia, SC 29203
📞+1 803-576-2390
🕐Today: 7 AM–4:30 PM
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Lexington County Collection And Recycling Center At Bush River Road In Columbia

📍Columbia · 6109 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
📞+1 803-755-3325
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Elgin Recycle Center

📍Elgin · Elgin Recycle Center, Elgin, SC 29045
📞+1 803-438-4604
🕐Today: 6 AM–6 PM
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Aiken County Recycling Drop Off #5

📍Aiken · 1491 Reynolds Pond Rd, Aiken, SC 29801
📞+1 803-648-1013
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Mccormick Recycling Center

📍Mccormick · 1471 S Main St, McCormick, SC 29835
📞+1 864-852-0052
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Sc Tire Processing

📍Jackson · 19674 Atomic Rd, Jackson, SC 29831
📞+1 855-468-8473
🕐Today: Closed
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Mitford Recycling Center

📍Winnsboro · 4719 Wateree Rd, Winnsboro, SC 29180
📞+1 803-482-6164
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Murrells Inlet Recycling Center

📍Murrells Inlet · 5455 Wesley Rd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
📞+1 843-651-0872
🕐Today: 7 AM–6 PM
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City Of Greer Recycling Center

📍Greer · 315 Buncombe St, Greer, SC 29650
📞+1 864-848-2184
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Edisto Recycling Center

📍Edisto Island · Edisto Recycling Center, Edisto Island, SC 29438
🕐Today: Closed
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Recycling Tires in South Carolina: What to Know

🛞 Passenger tires
Car and light-truck tires, with or without rims. Rims on often cost a little more.
🚛 Large/commercial tires
Truck, tractor and off-road tires are accepted at fewer sites and cost more to process.

How to Prepare Tires

  • Expect a per-tire fee — tires are rarely free to drop off.
  • Ask whether tires on rims cost extra.
  • Most sites limit how many tires residents can bring per visit.

Tires Recycling FAQ — South Carolina

Which South Carolina cities have the most tires drop-off locations?

The most tires drop-offs are in Columbia (4), Aiken (1), Anderson (1), Charleston (1) and Edisto Island (1). In total we list 15 locations across 12 South Carolina cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle tires in South Carolina?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full South Carolina directory. County convenience centers and tire retailers are often the easiest option. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off tires?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put tires in my curbside bin?

Usually no — tires typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all tire recycling locations by city, the full South Carolina recycling directory, or tires recycling in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Hampshire.