Plan Your Sumter County Recycling Trip Before You Load the Car
Sumter County operates nine staffed recycling centers for county residents. The regular schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, plus Sunday from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Centers are closed Tuesday and Thursday.
The most important current restriction is that South Carolina DES lists plastic and glass as temporarily not accepted for recycling at Sumter County centers. Electronics, yard waste, oil mixtures, antifreeze and cooking oil also use special routes.
Quick Answer for Sumter County Residents
Sumter County recycling centers are listed for county residents, including residents within the City of Sumter. The standard county-center schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, Sunday, 1:30 PM–7:00 PM, and closed Tuesday and Thursday.
Do not use the nine centers as a commercial-waste route. South Carolina DES also currently warns that the county centers are not accepting plastic or glass for recycling because of infrastructure and economic conditions.
Current plastic and glass restriction
South Carolina DES currently states that Sumter County recycling centers are not accepting plastic and glass for recycling. Older county PDFs and City of Sumter pages still contain plastic and glass preparation information, so do not rely on an older material list for today’s county drop-off decision.
Check the current state or county page before loading plastic or glass.
On this page
- Hours and closed days
- Holiday planning
- Nine county locations
- Address verification warning
- Currently accepted materials
- Restricted or wrong-route items
- Oil, tires and special items
- Electronics and e-waste
- Yard waste
- County landfill
- City curbside vs county centers
- Before-you-go checklist
- Map
- FAQs
- Official sources
Sumter Recycling Center Hours and Closed Days
South Carolina DES lists the same regular schedule for all nine staffed Sumter County recycling centers. Sunday opens later than the weekday and Saturday schedule.
| Day | County Center Schedule | Planning Note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM | Regular staffed-center day. |
| Tuesday | Closed | Do not plan a standard county-center trip. |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM | Check special-item rules before bringing liquids or unusual material. |
| Thursday | Closed | Use another regular service day. |
| Friday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM | Regular staffed-center day. |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM | Yard trimmings are accepted at centers on Saturday and Sunday. |
| Sunday | 1:30 PM–7:00 PM | Later opening; yard trimmings are also listed for Sunday. |
“Open now” is not the same as guaranteed access
The regular schedule does not guarantee operation during severe weather, emergency closures, maintenance or a special holiday change. Map listings can also remain stale after a schedule update. Use the county or state source for the final check before an unusual trip.
Holiday Schedule: County Drop-Off and City Curbside Are Different
Do not apply the City of Sumter curbside holiday rule to county recycling centers. The City sanitation page says residential trash service normally runs on holidays except Christmas Day, but the nine recycling centers are a separate county drop-off system.
County recycling centers
Start with the normal county schedule, then check Sumter County notices for a holiday, storm or emergency closure.
City of Sumter curbside service
City sanitation currently says residential trash is collected on holidays except Christmas Day. The City announces the Christmas make-up day separately.
Official City sanitation information: City of Sumter Sanitation.
Sumter County Recycling Center Locations
South Carolina DES currently lists nine staffed county centers. The table below follows the state’s current public recycling directory, but two street numbers have conflicting values in other local sources; those conflicts are explained immediately below the table.
| Center / Road | Current SC DES Listing | Useful Special-Item Note |
|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Road | 3995 Pinewood Road, Sumter, SC 29154 | Regular county drop-off route for currently accepted materials. |
| Queens Chapel Road | 2860 Queens Chapel Road, Sumter, SC 29153 | Regular county drop-off route for currently accepted materials. |
| Pleasant Grove Road | 800 Pleasant Grove Road, Lynchburg, SC 29080 | Useful for Lynchburg-area residents. |
| Cane Savannah Road | 4620 Cane Savannah Road, Sumter, SC 29168 | One of the listed cooking-oil locations. |
| Rainier / Rainaire Boulevard | 113 Rainier Boulevard, Sumter, SC 29150 | State directory currently uses 113; other local sources show 1135. Verify before driving. |
| Stamey Livestock Road | 2680 Stamey Livestock Road, Sumter, SC 29153 | State directory currently uses 2680; other local sources show 1980. Verify before driving. |
| Bethel Church Road | 815 Bethel Church Road, Sumter, SC 29154 | Oil/gas mixture and cooking oil have special routing here. |
| Alligator Branch Road | 60 Alligator Branch Road, Sumter, SC 29153 | Antifreeze and farmer oil are listed here. |
| Spencer Road | 3665 Spencer Road, Rembert, SC 29128 | Farmer oil is also listed for this location. |
Important Address Verification for Rainier and Stamey Livestock
Two local addresses have conflicting published street numbers
The current South Carolina DES directory lists 113 Rainier Boulevard and 2680 Stamey Livestock Road. Other local references have published 1135 Rainaire Boulevard and 1980 Stamey Livestock Road.
Because a wrong street number can waste a trip, use the current county recycling page or call Sumter County Public Works at 803-436-2241 before navigating to either of those two centers.
This discrepancy is more useful to disclose than to silently choose whichever address appears in a map app. Road names and facility identities are consistent, but the street-number conflict should be resolved with the operating authority before travel.
What Sumter County Recycling Centers Currently Collect
The current South Carolina DES Sumter directory lists the following materials for the staffed county centers. Some materials are accepted only at particular locations or on certain days.
Paper, metal and cardboard
- Aluminum foil, pie pans and cans
- Steel cans
- Cardboard
- Newspaper and inserts
- Scrap metal
Household and bulky items
- Large appliances
- Furniture
- Athletic shoes meeting listed rules
- Lead-acid batteries
- Fluorescent bulbs up to 8 feet
Automotive and outdoor items
- Used motor oil, filters and bottles
- Tires, limit 5 per visit
- Yard trimmings on Saturday and Sunday
- Special cooking-oil, antifreeze and oil/gas routes
- Farmer oil at designated centers
Do not add plastic or glass to this accepted list right now
Older county guidance describes how to prepare plastic bottles, jugs and glass bottles or jars, but the current South Carolina DES Sumter page says county centers are not accepting plastic and glass for recycling. Follow the current operational notice.
Items That Need Another Route or Extra Verification
| Item | Why Not to Use a Normal Bin | Better Action |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic | Current state directory says county centers are not accepting it for recycling. | Check for a current county update before transporting it. |
| Glass | Current state directory says county centers are not accepting it for recycling. | Verify the current local route before loading glass. |
| Plastic bags | Older county guidance specifically excludes plastic bags from normal recycling. | Use a verified retailer film-plastic program if available. |
| Electronics | E-scrap is not accepted through normal recycling-center bins. | Use the County Landfill e-scrap site or first-Saturday route. |
| Commercial waste | County centers are resident-oriented and are not the private-industry/commercial route. | Confirm the proper landfill or commercial disposal path. |
| Mixed automotive fluids | Oil, antifreeze and oil/gas mixtures have separate handling rules. | Keep fluids separate and use the designated location. |
Tires, Motor Oil, Antifreeze, Cooking Oil and Other Special Items
The official material rules are most important when a load contains liquids, tires or bulky metal. These materials may be recyclable, but that does not mean every center handles them the same way.
| Special Item | Current Rule | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | Vehicle/light-truck tires; state directory lists a limit of 5 per visit. | Do not assume tractor or oversized commercial tires use the resident-center route. |
| Used motor oil | Motor oil, filters and bottles are listed. | Keep liquids sealed and separate. Ask the attendant before unloading. |
| Oil/gas mixture | Bethel Church Road only. | Do not mix in other solvents or fluids. |
| Antifreeze | Alligator Branch Road only. | Keep it separate from other liquids. |
| Cooking oil | Rainaire/Rainier, Bethel Church, Stamey Livestock and Cane Savannah locations. | Vegetable-based liquid cooking oil only; do not mix in solids or other liquids. |
| Farmer oil | State directory lists Alligator Branch and Spencer Road. | Confirm quantity and container rules before hauling a farm-related load. |
| Large appliances | Large appliances are listed among center materials. | Older county guidance says to remove refrigerator/freezer doors and food before drop-off. |
Related site guide: Used Oil Recycling Center Near Me.
Where to Recycle Electronics in Sumter
E-waste uses a separate route. South Carolina DES says household electronics are accepted for recycling at the Sumter County Landfill rather than at the nine regular county recycling centers.
First Saturday drop-off
The City of Sumter states that Sumter County Public Works accepts e-waste on the first Saturday of each month at 1289 N. Main Street from 8:00 AM to noon.
The City page states there are no fees for this first-Saturday e-waste service.
County Landfill e-scrap route
If you miss the monthly event, the City directs residents to the Sumter County Landfill e-waste collection facility Monday through Saturday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Listed e-waste examples include computers, monitors, printers, laptops, TVs, radios, stereos, VCRs, fax machines, cameras, microwave ovens, handheld game devices and cell phones.
Before recycling a computer or smart device
Back up files you need, sign out of accounts, remove removable storage where appropriate, and erase personal data when the device allows it. Do not place electronics in ordinary recycling-center bins.
Yard Waste: Weekend Rules at Recycling Centers
Sumter County’s recycling guidance defines yard waste as residential limbs, leaves and grass clippings. At the recycling centers, yard trimmings are listed for Saturday and Sunday only.
The County Landfill uses a different schedule and is open Monday through Saturday. Do not mix trash or normal recyclables into a yard-waste load.
Sumter County Landfill vs the Nine Recycling Centers
The landfill is a separate facility and is the better route for certain loads, including household electronics. South Carolina DES currently lists the landfill at 2185 East Brewington Road, Sumter, SC 29153.
Landfill hours
Monday–Saturday
7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Closed Sunday.
Recycling at the landfill
The state directory lists household electronics, ink/toner cartridges, pallets, tires and used motor oil-related materials.
Fees
Landfill loads can involve tipping fees depending on material and customer type. Verify the current county fee schedule before hauling a paid load.
The County fee schedule has separate landfill categories, so do not assume a load is free merely because resident recycling-center use is available.
City of Sumter Curbside Service Is Not the Same as County Recycling Drop-Off
Residents inside the City of Sumter should separate two different services in their planning. County recycling centers are staffed drop-off sites. City sanitation is a curbside service.
The City recycling page continues to state that, until further notice, City sanitation crews are not sorting recycling at the curb and residents should bag those items and place them with regular trash. City residents who want to use the county drop-off network can still verify current county-center rules before traveling.
Before-You-Go Checklist for a Sumter Recycling Trip
Check the service day
Tuesday and Thursday are regular closed days. Sunday does not begin until 1:30 PM.
Identify the exact material
Normal recyclables, electronics, yard waste, oil/gas mixture, antifreeze and cooking oil do not all follow the same route.
Leave plastic and glass out unless the restriction changes
The current state directory says Sumter County centers are not accepting either material for recycling.
Keep liquids separate
Never combine motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline mixtures, cooking oil or unknown chemicals.
Use the e-waste route for electronics
Take electronics to the landfill e-scrap program or the first-Saturday Public Works collection.
Verify Rainier and Stamey addresses
Published street numbers conflict. Call Public Works or check the current county page before using navigation.
Prepare the load so it can be unloaded safely
Flatten cardboard, keep materials separated, secure liquids upright and ask the attendant when you are unsure where an item belongs.
Map of Sumter County Recycling Centers
Sumter County has a network of nine centers rather than one single facility. This map is a broad location search, so verify the exact county-listed address before following a map pin—especially for Rainier/Rainaire Boulevard and Stamey Livestock Road.
Related Recycling Help
Household hazardous waste
Chemicals, paint and unusual household liquids may need a dedicated hazardous-waste route rather than a standard recycling-center bin.
Used motor oil
Review container, contamination and fluid-separation basics before transporting used oil.
Finding the right facility
If your item does not belong in the Sumter County network, use a material-first search instead of choosing the nearest map result.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sumter Recycling Centers
What are the regular Sumter County recycling center hours?
The nine staffed centers are listed Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Sunday from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM, and closed Tuesday and Thursday.
How many Sumter County recycling centers are there?
South Carolina DES lists nine staffed county recycling centers.
Are the recycling centers open Tuesday or Thursday?
No. Tuesday and Thursday are regular closed days for the staffed county centers.
Does Sumter County currently recycle plastic at the centers?
South Carolina DES currently states that Sumter County recycling centers are not accepting plastic for recycling because of infrastructure and economic difficulties. Check for an updated county or state notice before taking plastic.
Does Sumter County currently recycle glass at the centers?
The current South Carolina DES Sumter directory says glass is also not being accepted for recycling at the county centers. Older guides that list glass should not override the newer operational warning.
Where can I recycle a TV, computer or monitor in Sumter?
Use the Sumter County Landfill e-scrap collection facility or the first-Saturday Public Works e-waste collection at 1289 N. Main Street from 8:00 AM to noon.
Where can I take antifreeze?
South Carolina DES lists antifreeze only at the Alligator Branch Road recycling center. Keep it separate from other liquids.
Where can I take an oil and gasoline mixture?
The designated county route is the Bethel Church Road recycling center. Do not mix other solvents or liquids into the container.
Which Sumter centers take cooking oil?
The current state directory lists Rainaire/Rainier Road, Bethel Church Road, Stamey Livestock Road and Cane Savannah Road for cooking oil. Use vegetable-based liquid cooking oil only and do not mix other liquids or solids into it.
When can I take yard waste to a county recycling center?
Yard trimmings are listed for Saturday and Sunday at recycling centers. The County Landfill operates Monday through Saturday and is a separate route.
Official Sources and Verification
This page uses current state, county and city information because hours, accepted materials and special-item routes can change.
- South Carolina Department of Environmental Services — Sumter County Recycling Locations
- Sumter County — Recycling Locations
- Sumter County Recycling Guide
- City of Sumter — Electronic Waste
- City of Sumter — Sanitation
- City of Sumter — Recycling
County Public Works / recycling information: 803-436-2241