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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Washington, UT?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Washington

  • Trash day: Mondays, collected by DC Department of Public Works
  • Recycling: weekly on Mondays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: request online — 4 free/year

Trash pickup in Washington is biweekly on Mondays. DC Department of Public Works collects trash, recycling (weekly on Mondays), and yard waste (spring through fall). Bins out by 7:00 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

DC Department of Public Works

Municipal service

Contact

311

Official website

Trash Pickup

Mondays (biweekly)

Set out by 7:00 AM

Recycling Pickup

Mondays (weekly)

14 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Twice per week

Mondays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Mondays

Yard Waste

Seasonal (spring through fall)

Thursdays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with DC Department of Public Works for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Washington accepts 14 materials for curbside recycling. No plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.

Accepted

  • Cardboard (flattened)
  • Newspaper
  • Magazines & catalogs
  • Office paper & mail
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Aluminum cans

NOT Accepted

  • Plastic bags & film
  • Styrofoam (EPS)
  • Paper coffee cups
  • Shredded paper
  • Batteries (household alkaline)
  • Electronics (e-waste)
Recycling rules for Washington

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Request online

Free Pickups Per Year

4 free

Call your waste hauler for pricing.

Bulk pickup details for Washington

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Washington by one day. Next: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026).

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. DayJanuary 19, 2026
Presidents' DayFebruary 16, 2026
Memorial DayMay 25, 2026
JuneteenthJune 19, 2026
Holiday schedule for Washington

Composting in Washington

Not Available

Washington does not currently have a mandatory composting program. Backyard composting is encouraged.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Washington.1 drop-off location for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Washington

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Washington?
Trash pickup in Washington, UT is biweekly on Mondays. Set out your bins by 7:00 AM. DC Department of Public Works handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Mondays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Washington?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Washington, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Washington?
To schedule bulk pickup in Washington, request online. You get 4 free pickups per year. Maximum 7 items per pickup.
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Washington?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Washington. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with DC Department of Public Works for your specific route. Most federal holidays delay pickup by one day for the rest of the week.
What goes in the recycling bin in Washington?
Washington accepts 14 types of materials for curbside recycling, including cardboard, paper, glass bottles (check locally), aluminum and steel cans, and plastic #1, #2, and #5 containers. Do NOT put plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items in recycling. Rinse all containers before placing them in the bin.
Does Washington have composting?
Washington does not currently have a mandatory composting program. Backyard composting is encouraged. Check with DC Department of Public Works for green waste collection options.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Washington?
If your trash was missed in Washington, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 7:00 AM. Then call DC Department of Public Works at 311 (or your hauler's direct line) to report the miss. Most cities require you to report within 24 hours. Keep your bins at the curb until the makeup collection, which is typically within 1-2 business days.
Where do I take hazardous waste in Washington?
Washington has approximately 1 household hazardous waste drop-off locations. Items like paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash. Auto parts stores accept motor oil for free. Best Buy and Staples accept electronics. For everything else, use your city's HHW collection events or permanent facility.

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Pickup schedules and rules are based on published municipal data. Schedules vary by neighborhood and route. Always confirm with DC Department of Public Works for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.