Lexington, South Carolina, September 2, 2025
News Summary
The Lexington County Solid Waste Management has announced the closure of the Riverchase trash collection site by September. A new facility, the Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center, will open shortly after, featuring triple the capacity and reducing traffic congestion significantly. Residents are advised of service interruptions and upcoming changes that aim to improve waste management necessities in the area.
Lexington, South Carolina – The Lexington County Solid Waste Management announced the permanent closure of the Riverchase trash collection site located at 110 River Chase Way on September 1, 2025, at 7 p.m. In its place, the new Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center at 4765 Augusta Road will officially open its doors to the public on September 5, 2025, at 7 a.m.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new facility was attended by local leaders and community members, highlighting the significance of improved waste management services for residents. Based on statements from officials, this new center is designed to handle three times the capacity of the previous Riverchase facility.
The Augusta Road Center, which has been nearly a decade in the making since its proposal in 2016, aims to greatly enhance service efficiency. It is expected to alleviate traffic congestion significantly by removing approximately 175,000 vehicles per year that would have been directed to the Riverchase facility. This initiative is crucial for improving the overall waste management experience in Lexington County.
Residents are reminded that there will be no services available at either facility on September 3, 2025, due to equipment relocation. Community members can utilize other collection centers in the interim.
In other developments, the Lexington County Council is considering implementing a special tax district to enhance waste collection services, specifically targeting complaints received from rural areas. In August alone, the council recorded 280 complaints regarding the current vendor’s trash collection services, prompting discussions around a proposed county-wide trash collection program aimed at resolving ongoing issues with private haulers in unincorporated regions.
The last assessment of a county-wide program occurred in 2021, where the estimated annual cost was reported at $258 per household. Councilwoman Charli Wessinger has expressed concerns regarding potential fees for mandatory curbside trash collection. Programs similar to the proposed system already exist in neighboring counties, such as Richland, Marion, and Marlboro, with annual costs ranging between $228 and $368.
As Lexington’s population continues to grow, the county hopes that the new Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center and possible changes to waste collection services will lead to more consistent and efficient trash handling for all residents.
Key Features of the Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 4765 Augusta Road, Lexington, SC |
| Opening Date | September 5, 2025 |
| Capacity | Three times that of the Riverchase facility |
| Vehicles Removed Annually | Estimated 175,000 |
| Service Interruption | No services on September 3, 2025 |
| Complaints Logged in August | 280 complaints |
| Estimated Annual Cost for County-wide Program | $258 per household (2021 estimate) |
FAQs
1. What happened to the Riverchase trash collection site?
The Riverchase trash collection site permanently closed on September 1, 2025, at 7 p.m.
2. When will the new Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center open?
The new facility will open on September 5, 2025, at 7 a.m.
3. Why is the new center important?
The Augusta Road Collection & Recycling Center is designed to handle three times the waste capacity of Riverchase and will alleviate traffic congestion.
4. Will there be any services on September 3, 2025?
No services will be available at either location on September 3, 2025, for equipment relocation.
5. What is the County Council’s plan regarding waste collection?
The council is considering a special tax district for improving waste collection services and addressing complaints from rural residents.
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Additional Resources
- Cola Daily: New Trash Collection and Recycling Center Opening in Lexington County
- The State: Politics and Government News
- WLTX: What to Do with a Christmas Tree After the Holidays
- Post and Courier: Lexington County Trash Pickup Charges
- The State: Local News in Lexington County
- Wikipedia: Waste Management
- Google Search: Waste Collection Services
- Google Scholar: Waste Management Efficiency
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Waste Management
- Google News: Waste Management in Lexington County
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