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About This Location

Middle Point Landfill, operated by Republic Services at 750 E Jefferson Pike in Murfreesboro, is a large regional municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill, not a household recycling drop-off. It accepts nonhazardous solid waste from residential and commercial sources plus construction and demolition debris, taking roughly 3,700 tons of waste daily. Hazardous and liquid wastes, untreated medical waste, car batteries, and whole tires are prohibited. Call the scalehouse before hauling to confirm current rules and any charges.

What Republic Services Middle Point Landfill Accepts

✓ Municipal solid waste (nonhazardous residential/commercial trash) (Primary waste stream accepted at the landfill)
✓ Construction and demolition (C&D) debris (Materials from building projects)
✓ Approved municipal and local business wastes (Subject to facility approval)

Related recycling guides: Household Hazardous Waste

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste
✕ Liquid waste
✕ Untreated medical waste
✕ Car batteries
✕ Whole tires

This is a landfill for disposal, not a recycling or household hazardous waste center. Many additional waste types are restricted; contact the scalehouse before hauling.

Fees

  • Rutherford County / City of Murfreesboro residential household waste
  • Commercial and other loads

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Regional disposal landfill; large volumes are weighed at the scalehouse. Call (615) 648-8479 (scalehouse) or (615) 782-5500 to confirm what you can bring and any fees before arriving.

Programs & events

  • Rutherford County residential disposal

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middle Point Landfill a recycling center?

No. It is a Republic Services municipal solid waste landfill for disposal, not a recycling or household hazardous waste drop-off. For curbside recycling and recycling drop-off, check the City of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County solid waste programs.

What are the hours at Middle Point Landfill?

The landfill is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Saturday from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. It is closed Sundays and major holidays.

Can Rutherford County residents dump for free?

Yes. Under longstanding agreements, residents of Rutherford County and the City of Murfreesboro may send household waste to the landfill at no cost. Commercial loads pay tipping fees.

Can I bring tires or car batteries?

No. Whole tires and car batteries are prohibited at the landfill, along with hazardous waste, liquid waste, and untreated medical waste. Take those items to an appropriate recycling or HHW program instead.

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Contact & Location

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750 E Jefferson Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
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City / State
Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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