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Jefferson County Land Fill on Grove Road is the county dump most Dandridge residents use for household and yard debris. It’s a working, no-frills site with gravel roads, heavy equipment, and a small entrance booth where vehicles line up to be checked in.
Drive to 650 Grove Rd and pull up to the fenced entrance; there’s a booth and a scale visible near the front, so expect to stop for a moment before being waved through. The site is mostly open cells and dirt paths with loaders and trucks moving around, so drive slow and watch for uneven ground. Unloading happens outdoors at various drop points-sometimes up on a berm or down in a pit-so be prepared to back up or drive forward to the spot you’re directed to. Weekends, especially during spring cleanup, tend to get busy and lines can back up onto the access road.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Bring a tarp or straps to cover loose loads; wind and hills can toss debris on the drive in and out.
- Wear sturdy shoes and gloves-walking around the drop zones is dusty and the ground is often rutted.
- Try for a weekday morning if possible; mid-mornings on weekends fill up fast and add a lot of wait time.
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