Special Note: New roll-off containers, recycling
trailer and new recycling signs have been purchased and recycling
sheds at the Walnut, Big Laurel, and Spring Creek Collection Centers
have been replaced.
Remember: Diverting recyclable materials to reuse not only
helps the environment, it saves money!
The Madison County Solid Waste Ordinance was adopted
in 1999. A complete ordinance can be obtained by contacting us. A
few issues addressed by the policy are: - Dead Animals &
loose waste should be covered when hauling. -Garbage shall not be
left outside the gates. -Loads of waste are subject to random
waste screening -Violations of the ordinance are punishable by
fines and penalties. -NC law prohibits open burning.
North Carolina regulations require each county to
recycle. The State has also established a goal with incentives to
reduce the amount of waste being landfilled. Madison County has
benefitted from the incentives by receiving recycling grants and has
been favorably acknowledged by the State for its recycling program.
All material collected for recycling will be marketed. In order to
do that, certain quality standards must be met. Items must be clean,
free of bags, trash, and other contaminants and sorted properly.
Call us or check with an attendant if you have questions. Thanks
for recycling!
RECYCLING MAKES “CENTS”
Recycling is important to Madison County. It creates jobs, saves tax
dollars, benefits the local schools through the penny-a-pound
program, and it is good for the environment.So get involved to help your
community, county, and school.
Materials
which can be recycled in MadisonCounty:
1.Corrugated
Cardboard
2.Mixed
Paper
3.Plastic
Containers (# 1’s and 2’s)
4.Aluminum
and Steel Cans
5.Car
Batteries
6.Metals
and Appliances
7.Tires
8.Used
Motor Oil
9.Glass
(clear, amber, and green)
Before you recycle make sure all materials are
free of food and other contaminants.
