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Wood Recycling Center

Location

4063 North Hawthorne Street Chattanooga, TN 37406

Hours of Operation

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Wood Recycling Center processes yard waste collected from homes, contractors, and self-haulers. Non-residents and businesses pay a standard disposal fee. 

Mulch is available at no charge to City of Chattanooga residents only. Businesses and non City residents will have to pay a fee to the contractor at the WRC.

EligibilityCost per Ton
for non-city residents, businesses, or contractors$20.00

Payment types accepted: Checks, Credit Card & Money Order. NO CASH or COIN

Guidelines for Free Wood Waste Disposal

There is no charge for residents of the City of Chattanooga to dispose of acceptable wood waste in a standard-size pickup truck or a single-axle trailer

City crews do not unload wood from trucks or trailers

Additional Information

Acceptable Materials 
Raw natural woodBrush and leaves                       

 

Non-acceptable Materials 
Treated lumber Pallets
Glued wood Root balls and stumps 
Wood with nails Dirt and rocks
Paneling, plywoodTrash 
Painted woodMaterial larger than 10 feet in length
Railroad ties Material larger than 5 feet in diameter

 

Mulch Pickup

  • Mulch is available at no charge to the City of Chattanooga residents when a valid driver's license is presented
  • Crews will load mulch into trucks or trailers for city residents
  • Residents are limited to a standard-size pick-up truck or single-axle trailer for free loads of mulch
  • Mulch must be covered when leaving the facility

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(423) 643-6311 (423) 643-6311