Household Tire Recycling:
Households may bring up to 4 standard car or light truck tires per person per year to any drop off center. Large truck tires will not be accepted. Rims are accepted with tires. If your have more that 4 tires you must follow the procedures listed below. Dumping tires is illegal and can carry fines up to $1000 plus court cost.
Business, Organizations, Individuals with more than 4 tires:
If you have several tires to dispose of call MTR (the Knox County tire contractor) for pricing at 865-963-4980.
Tire Generators (tire shops):
Tire generators may be required to register with the State of Tennessee in order drop off their tires at the tire processing facility in Knox County.
For more information about the Knox County Tire Recycling program contact the Knox County Recycling Coordinator.
