Blackburn SLF

LandfillPublicly ownedNewton, Catawba County, North Carolina

About this landfill

Blackburn SLF is a publicly owned landfill in Newton, Catawba County, North Carolina. It is operated by Catawba County, NC. The site opened in 1981 and is expected to keep accepting waste until about 2075. It took in about 246,844 tons of waste in 2022, making it the No. 12 of 37 reporting landfills in North Carolina by volume. This landfill also runs a composting operation, so yard waste may be handled separately.

Call before you go. We have not verified hours or fees for this location yet. Facilities change hours seasonally, close for holidays and weather, and some only accept certain materials or residents. Know the current hours or fees? Send a correction.

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Before you haul a load here

Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the hours at Blackburn SLF?

We have not verified hours for this landfill yet. Most landfills open weekday mornings and many keep limited Saturday hours. Call the facility or check the Catawba County, NC website before you go.

How much does it cost to dump at Blackburn SLF?

Most landfills charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.

Can I use Blackburn SLF if I don't live in Catawba County?

Many publicly owned facilities give residents lower rates or limit self-haul to residents. Bring ID showing your address and confirm the rules by phone first.

What is the closest other dump to Blackburn SLF?

The nearest other facility in our directory is Lincoln County Landfill (landfill), about 12.5 miles away in Lincoln County, NC.

Nearest other dumps and transfer stations

Facility	Type	Distance
Lincoln County Landfill Lincoln County, NC	Landfill	12.5 mi
Gaston County LF Gaston County, NC	Landfill	17.0 mi
Cleveland County LF Cleveland County, NC	Landfill	21.4 mi
Mooresville Transfer Station Iredell County, NC	Transfer station	26.3 mi
Foothills Environmental Landfill Caldwell County, NC	Landfill	26.5 mi
JMN Landfill Cleveland County, NC	Landfill	29.5 mi