Yancey Co Recycling Center

Yancey Co Recycling Center at 130 Burnsville School Rd is the local spot for dropping off household recyclables in Burnsville. Neighbors and small haulers use it to keep paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals out of the landfill. The mountain setting means the site is straightforward and practical rather than fancy.

Drive in toward the main building and look for a small attendant booth and a scale area; many county recycling centers have a scale, so expect to slow down on entry and again on the way out. Recycling containers and roll-off bins are grouped by material, with common items like paper, cardboard and mixed containers separated from scrap metal piles. The ground is gravel or paved in places and can be muddy after rain, so pull up slowly and watch footing when unloading. During busy weekends or spring cleanup times, lines can form and maneuvering trailers takes a bit more room.