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Convenience Center
John Sevier Convenience Center
1950 W Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 215-5865A small, county-run convenience center in west Knoxville for residential drop-offs. Neighbors use it for everyday trash, recycling and yard debris instead of hauling to a landfill.
This is a no-frills, drive-up spot typical of Tennessee convenience centers - think a short access road, a few open-top containers and room to back up for unloading. Containers for recyclables and yard waste are usually separate from the regular trash, so having things pre-sorted speeds the visit. Lines are common on weekend mornings and during spring cleanup, so some waiting is normal. Bring tools or help for heavy or bulky items, since these sites are built for quick drop-offs rather than on-site assistance.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Sort recyclables, yard debris and trash at home so unloading is quick and you don’t have to shuffle things around by the containers.
- Avoid peak times like weekend mornings and early spring weekends if possible - midweek or later in the day tends to be quieter.
- Bring straps, a tarp or basic lifting equipment and a partner for heavy or awkward items; these places don’t usually have equipment to move bulky loads.
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