SOLID WASTE & RECYCLING

Pasquotank County operates 7 collection and recycling centers in the unincorporated areas of the County which may be used by any citizen of the county to dispose of residential waste and recyclable materials. For detailed information on the types of recyclables and waste accepted at the centers, call the Recycling Coordinator at 252-335-4105.

Pasquotank County operates one solid waste transfer station located at 983 Simpson Ditch Road just outside and west of Elizabeth City. The actual landfill was closed in 1992, but the site continues to be used for solid waste operations.

To report littering, illegal dumping, or debris blowing from an uncovered vehicle, call the Pasquotank County’s Sheriff’s Office at 252-338-2191.

As of January 1, 2023 Pasquotank County Waste and Recycling will begin operating on the adjusted fee schedule posted below:

Subject to change without further notice
(Effective July 1, 2022)

Waste Type: Price per ton:
Residential Garbage                                            $80/ton
Commercial Garbage                                           $80/ton
Construction & Demolition                               $80/ton
LCID/yard waste                                             $70/ton
Tires                                                                       $89.00/ton
Bagged asbestos                                                 $73.50/ton
Sm. Bags       $1.50     Med. Bags   $2.00             Lg. Bags        $3.25
Commingled recycling
(paper, plastics, steel and aluminum cans) -0-
Mixed color glass bottles -0-
Used Residential Motor Oil -0-
Used Fryer Oils -0-

COLLECTION COMPANIES

Door-to-door collection of garbage in Pasquotank County can be contracted with the various waste collection companies. Residential garbage collection within the corporate limits of the municipality of Elizabeth City is the responsibility of city government. Click here if you live within the city limits or call 252-337-6628.

Brad Gardner
Director of Solid Waste and Recycling

Janice Browne
Recycling Coordinator

Phone: 252-335-4105

Office Location
317 Pritchard St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Hours
8am-5pm M-F
(excluding holidays)

Transfer Station

Monday through Friday
from 8a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday 8am - 12 noon.

983 Simpson Ditch Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-338-7621