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If you live or own property in Walton County, Florida, the Walton County transfer station is where most non-curbside waste ends up. This 2026 guide covers hours, tonnage fees, accepted materials, banned items, and the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection schedule.
Where the transfer station is
The Walton County Solid Waste / Transfer Station is located at 555 N 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433. This is roughly 35-50 minutes inland from the 30A coastal corridor — meaning DIY transfer-station runs from 30A involve a 70-100 minute round trip plus loading and unloading time.
Hours of operation
Standard hours:
- Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday: CLOSED
Holidays: Closed New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day. Call ahead during holiday weeks for adjusted hours.
Why this matters for DIY: A Saturday afternoon DIY haul that runs late means your loaded truck sits in your driveway over the weekend. The transfer station is closed Sundays entirely.
Tonnage fees (2026)
The transfer station charges by weight, with separate rates by material type:
| Material | 2026 Rate |
|---|---|
| General waste (mixed loads) | ~$85 per ton |
| Construction & demolition debris | ~$60 per ton |
| Yard waste (clean) | ~$40 per ton |
| Tires (per tire) | $2 - $6 depending on size |
| Refrigerators / freezers (must show 608 cert) | $20 surcharge |
| White goods (other appliances) | Per ton at C&D rate |
| Mattresses (must be plastic-bagged) | $15-25 per mattress |
Minimum fee: $15-25 for any load under a half-ton (most personal vehicle loads are well under this threshold).
Payment: Cash, check, or card accepted at the scale house. No invoicing for residential walk-ins.
What they accept
- General household waste (in bags or loose)
- Furniture (must be in pieces small enough to handle — a single non-disassembled sectional may be refused)
- Mattresses (must be sealed in heavy-duty plastic — bedbug prevention rule)
- Construction & demolition debris (drywall, lumber, flooring, fixtures)
- Yard waste (separate scale lane for cleaner pricing)
- Tires (with surcharge — limit 4 per resident visit)
- Appliances WITH refrigerants only if accompanied by EPA Section 608 evacuation certificate
- Electronics (TVs, computers, monitors — routed to certified e-waste recycling)
- Scrap metal (no fee — actually a small revenue stream at the scrap recycling lane)
What they DO NOT accept (and where to go instead)
| Item | Why Refused | Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Paint (latex or oil-based) | Hazardous classification | HHW Collection Event |
| Motor oil, gasoline, propane | Flammable / hazardous | HHW Collection Event |
| Pesticides, herbicides | Toxic classification | HHW Collection Event |
| Batteries (lead-acid, lithium) | Hazardous | HHW Collection Event |
| Asbestos-containing materials | Federal regulation | Licensed abatement contractor |
| Medical waste / sharps | Biohazard | Pharmacy or medical waste service |
| Refrigerator with refrigerant still in it | EPA Section 608 violation | Certified service to evacuate first |
| Treated lumber over threshold | Wood treatment chemicals | Separate routing — call ahead |
| Tires in volume (over 4) | Volume limit | Tire recycler or commercial transfer |
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events
Walton County hosts quarterly HHW collection events at the transfer station. These are the only legal disposal route for paint, oil, batteries, pesticides, and other household hazardous materials.
Typical schedule (verify with Walton County Public Works for exact dates):
- Winter: late February or early March
- Spring: May or June
- Summer: August or early September
- Fall: November
Events are typically held on a Saturday from 8 AM – 12 PM. Residency proof (driver's license with Walton County address) required.
What HHW accepts:
- Paint (latex and oil-based)
- Motor oil, gasoline, antifreeze, brake fluid
- Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers
- Household cleaners
- Batteries (lead-acid, lithium-ion, button cells)
- Fluorescent bulbs and CFLs
- Propane cylinders (small only)
- Pool chemicals
- Mercury-containing items
Volume limits per resident: Generally up to 10 gallons of liquid waste per event.
Bulk curbside pickup (the alternative to a transfer station run)
Walton County residents with active garbage service can request quarterly bulk curbside pickup for an additional fee (~$40 quarterly). Limits:
- ~6 large items per quarter
- Items must be at the curb by Sunday night for Monday morning pickup
- Mattresses excluded (plastic bag rule applies)
- Refrigerators excluded (EPA 608)
- Electronics excluded
- Not available during peak season for some routes
Schedule via Walton County Public Works. Call 850-892-8108 to arrange.
Why most 30A property owners skip this: HOA rules at communities like Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, and Watersound prohibit items sitting curbside 24-48 hours. For vacation rental turnovers and time-pressured cleanouts, the curbside schedule does not work.
When DIY makes sense vs hiring junk removal
DIY transfer-station run makes sense if all of these apply:
- You have a pickup truck (not a sedan/SUV)
- The load is light enough (under 1 ton — most pickups can legally haul ~1,500 lbs)
- You have helper(s) — single-person loading risks injury for heavy items
- The load is "clean" (no refrigerants, no hazmat, no mattresses needing bags)
- You can reach the transfer station during operating hours
- Your HOA allows you to load on-property
- Your time is worth less than ~$30/hour given the 90-120 minute round trip
For most beach property scenarios — especially hot tub disposal, refrigerator removal, full estate cleanouts, or vacation rental turnovers — professional junk removal beats DIY on time + dollars math. See our full comparison breakdown.
What we handle (so you do not have to)
We make the transfer station round-trip multiple times per week. For 30A and PCB customers, we handle:
- EPA Section 608 evacuation for refrigerators and AC units before transfer
- Plastic-bag wrapping for mattresses (per Florida bedbug rule)
- Routing hazmat to the appropriate HHW collection event (timing the project around the schedule)
- Sorting mixed loads to claim the better C&D rate vs general waste rate
- Documentation of disposal tickets for permitting / inspection purposes
- Donation routing for items that should not go to landfill at all
The bottom line for Walton County: the transfer station is the right destination for clean general waste loads if you have a truck and time. For everything else, professional pickup avoids the 90-minute round trip, the tonnage fees, the hazmat routing, the EPA paperwork, and the HOA conflicts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1What are the Walton County transfer station hours?
Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, closed Sundays and major holidays. The facility is located at 555 N 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433 — roughly 35-50 minutes inland from the 30A coastal corridor.
2How much does Walton County charge to dump trash?
General waste is approximately $85 per ton, C&D (construction debris) is approximately $60 per ton, and yard waste runs about $40 per ton. There is a minimum fee of $15-25 per load under a half-ton. Cash, check, and card accepted at the scale house.
3Can I dump paint at Walton County transfer station?
No — paint is classified as household hazardous waste and must go through a quarterly HHW collection event held at the transfer station. Events are typically held Saturday mornings four times per year (winter, spring, summer, fall). Bring proof of Walton County residency. Volume limits apply (generally up to 10 gallons of liquid waste per event).
4Do I need an appointment for the Walton County transfer station?
No appointment needed for standard residential loads — just drive up during operating hours. The HHW collection events do not require appointments either but residency proof is required. For commercial accounts and high-volume loads, calling ahead is recommended.
5Will Walton County transfer station accept my old refrigerator?
Yes — but ONLY if the refrigerant has been evacuated by an EPA Section 608-certified technician and you have the certificate documenting the evacuation. A $20 white-goods surcharge applies. Without the certificate, the transfer station will refuse the appliance (federal law). Most 30A property owners have us handle the 608 work and the haul together rather than coordinating both separately.
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30A Junk Removal Team
Locally Owned & Operated at 30A Junk Removal. Serving the 30A corridor with professional junk removal, estate cleanouts, and property management services. Committed to eco-friendly disposal and supporting local charities.