Goochland County Trash & Recycling Guide
Goochland County sits between Richmond to the east and the Blue Ridge foothills to the west, stretching along the James River in Virginia’s rural Piedmont. The county operates two convenience centers for residential trash and recycling drop-off — and compared to many of its rural neighbors, the system is genuinely accessible. Both centers are open seven days a week, free for residents, and accept a wide range of materials including electronics and appliances.
Two Convenience Centers — Both Open 7 Days
Central Convenience Center
1908 Hidden Rock Lane, Maidens, VA 23102 | (804) 556-5374
Monday–Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Except county holidays and other announced closures.
Western Convenience Center
3455 Hadensville-Fife Road, Goochland, VA 23063 | (804) 556-5375
Monday–Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Except county holidays and other announced closures.
Both centers are on opposite sides of the county, making at least one reasonably accessible regardless of where you live in Goochland. Proof of county residency is required. No fee for standard household trash and recyclables.
What's Accepted
Both Goochland County convenience centers accept a broader range of materials than most rural Virginia facilities:
- Household trash
- Mixed paper (junk mail, cardboard, computer paper, phone books, cereal boxes) — in separate bin
- Mixed food and beverage containers (aluminum/steel cans, plastic bottles, cartons, glass bottles and jars) — in separate bin
- Electronics — computers, laptops, printers, monitors, keyboards, cell phones, TVs, stereos
- Appliances — refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers (Freon recovery included)
- Tires — fee applies (see rates below)
Tire Disposal Fees
Tires up to 19″ off rim: $2.00 each
Tires up to 19″ on rim: $6.00 each
Tires 19″–24″ off rim: $13.00 each
Agricultural/tractor tires (24.5″–42″, off rim): $30.00 each
Curbside Recycling — CVWMA Program
Goochland County works with the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) to provide curbside recycling service in select subdivisions and HOA-served areas of the county. If your neighborhood qualifies, curbside recycling is available for $25.00 per household per year. Contact CVWMA at (804) 340-0900 or visit cvwma.com to check eligibility for your address.
Annual Hazardous Waste & Special Recycling Event
Goochland County holds an annual special collection event at the Fairground Property (intersection of Sandy Hook Road and Fairground Road, Goochland). The event includes:
- Household hazardous waste collection — fluorescent bulbs, solvents, pesticides, aerosols, pool chemicals, mercury devices
- Tire amnesty — up to 10 tires per person, off-rim only, proof of residency required
- Document shredding — up to 5 bankers boxes per person, proof of residency required
Proof of Goochland County residency required for all services. Event is typically held in early June. Check goochlandva.us for the current year’s date.
Electronics Recycling
Electronics are accepted year-round at both convenience centers. Additionally, CVWMA contractor Securis holds a monthly electronics recycling event on the first Saturday of each month at 8419 Glazebrook Avenue, Henrico — open to all Central Virginia residents. Fees apply. Visit cvwma.com for current details.
No County Curbside Trash Pickup
Goochland County does not provide residential curbside trash collection. The two convenience centers, combined with seven-day access, serve most residents well. Private haulers operate in the county for those who prefer curbside service.
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Central Convenience Center
1908 Hidden Rock Ln, Maidens | (804) 556-5374 | 7 days 7:30am–6pm
Western Convenience Center
3455 Hadensville-Fife Rd, Goochland | (804) 556-5375 | 7 days 7:30am–6pm
Recycling
Separate bins: mixed paper + mixed containers | Not single-stream
CVWMA Curbside Recycling
Select areas $25/yr | (804) 340-0900 | cvwma.com
Annual HHW Event
Fairground Property | Typically early June | Residency required
Electronics
Accepted at both centers daily + CVWMA/Securis monthly events