Free Mulch for Residents in Rutherford County Beginning Jan 27th

Rutherford County -- January 24, 2025: Rutherford County Government: Rutherford County is giving away free double-ground mulch-like

product on a first come, first

served basis while supplies last beginning January 27, 2025.

Available at the Rutherford County Landfill, 656 Laurel Hill Drive, Rutherfordton. Hours for pickup are Monday-Friday 10:00 am-2:00 pm.

To get the double-ground mulch-like product, vehicles must check in at the Landfill scale house before being directed to the chip/mulch yard where an attendant will be on-site to direct and assist with loading. The public will not need to leave their vehicles during the visit.

There is no limit to the amount the public may take while supplies last.

The double-ground mulch-like product has not been treated for pests or parasites.

The double-ground mulch-like product is repurposed from the Hurricane Helene cleanup collected throughout the County, such as tree limbs and brush. The materials are combined and ground into a useable material for landscaping.