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Waste Facility
Maury County Collection Center
314 Carters Creek Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 380-0543A county collection center in Columbia that handles household and local community waste drop-offs. Used mostly by residents and small haulers who need a place to unload trash or recyclable items.
Drive up to a central entrance where there is typically a manned booth or gate to check vehicles before directing you to the unloading area. The site has several concrete bays or roll-off areas and large dumpsters visible from the drive - it looks industrial rather than tidy. Expect to pull up, unload onto the pavement or into a container, and then exit; lines can form on weekends and during seasonal cleanups. Fees and accepted materials vary by county, so bring whatever documentation or proof of residency that might be required by a county-run facility.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure loads with tarps or straps so loose debris doesn’t blow out while driving to the site.
- Bring gloves, sturdy shoes, and something to help lift heavy bags or boxes; the ground and bays can be dusty or uneven.
- Go early in the morning on a weekday if possible - weekends and spring cleanup times often have the longest lines.
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