Landfill

Dekalb County Landfill & Trash

4201 McMinnville Hwy, Smithville, TN 37166

(615) 597-3188

Small county-run landfill just off McMinnville Highway that locals and contractors use when trash hauls are too big for the curb. Trucks and pickups show up here - residents dropping off household junk and commercial haulers bringing larger loads. The site functions as the final disposal point where material is buried, with fees charged by weight.

Drive past a scalehouse and expect to stop on the scale so the load can be weighed; tipping fees are based on that weight and the attendant will record it. There’s a booth near the entrance for check-in, then a few drives lead up to the working face where trucks dump and compactors operate. The property is industrial-looking - gravel drives, piles of cover dirt, and heavy equipment moving around - so take it slow when pulling in and out. Commercial loads are handled here alongside residential deliveries, so larger trucks are common.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Smithville
State Tennessee

Before You Go

  • Show proof of county residency if planning to use residential rates - many county facilities require it for household disposal.
  • Secure and tarp loads before arriving; loose debris and dust make unloading harder and can lead to spillage while backing in.
  • Try weekdays or mid-morning to avoid the big weekend lines, especially during spring cleanup or after storms.