Solid Waste / Recycling

Vision Statement:

To be an integral partner in the community to help reduce waste in Richmond County

Mission Statement:

Richmond County Solid waste is to develop and implement a cost effective and sustainable recycling, solid waste and hazardous waste management strategy that will meet or exceed local and state goals;  as well as minimize adverse effects on public health and the environment for current and future residents of Richmond County.  

  1. Price Increases

    New Disposal Rates will be Effective August 1, 2024 Price Increases
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Bryan Leggett

PUBLIC INFORMATION

  1. Yearly Solid Waste and Recycling Totals 24_25
  2. CONVENIENCE SITE LOCATION, CONTACT, MATERIALS ACCEPTED UPDATED
  3. CONVENIENCE SITE WINTER SCHEDULE
  4. ELECTRONIC RECYCLING IN RICHMOND COUNTY
  5. SOLID WASTE RULES AND REGULATIONS
  6. Recycle Right NC
  7. 2026 Richmond County Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste
  8. 2025 Richmond County Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste
  9. CONVENIENCE SITE SUMMER SCHEDULE
  1. CURBSIDE SERVICE--Does anyone in Richmond County provide curbside service for individuals living outside the city limits??
  2. What can I do to report neighbors who illegaly dump / store waste on their property??
  3. What are the hours of operation at the Transfer Station on 191 Walter Kelly Road?
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Contact Us


  1. Bryan Leggett

    Assistant Public Works Director
    Richmond County Solid Waste
    191 Walter Kelly Road
    PO Box 368
    Rockingham, NC 28379
    910.997.8338
    bryan.leggett@richmondnc.com

    Chrissy Smith-Hudson

    Department Assistant
    910.997.8338
    chrissy.smith-hudson@richmondnc.com