Lake Lorraine Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Lake Lorraine, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Waste Management (Franchised)
Phone Number
850-301-2044Facility Address
1250 N Eglin Pkwy, Shalimar, FL 32579
Collection Schedule
Weekly automated curbside garbage and recycling collection.
Bin Colors
Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
No collection on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; schedule moves to the next day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk items are collected weekly; white goods must be scheduled with Waste Management.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Services are provided under the Okaloosa County residential franchise agreement.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Okaloosa County Waste Management for Lake Lorraine
Nestled closely along the stunning Emerald Coast, the unincorporated community of Lake Lorraine operates under the sanitation jurisdiction of Okaloosa County. The county contracts with franchised haulers to manage all residential solid waste. To guarantee your household garbage is collected without delay, your dark-colored refuse cart must be positioned at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your specified route day. Keep the bin at least three feet away from mailboxes, fire hydrants, and parked vehicles to provide the automated side-loading trucks with ample operational clearance.
Panhandle Single-Stream Recycling Rules
Protecting the coastal waterways of the Florida Panhandle requires strict adherence to local recycling protocols. Lake Lorraine properties are provided with a dedicated recycling bin designed for single-stream sorting. You can confidently drop in clean, dry cardboard, unsoiled paper products, aluminum cans, and empty plastic jugs. It is absolutely crucial to leave these items loose. Bagging your recyclables in plastic grocery sacks will jam the complex gears at the material recovery facility, causing the entire load to be classified as contaminated waste and diverted to the landfill.
Coastal Yard Debris and Heavy Bulk Waste
Living near the water means residents frequently deal with fallen palm fronds, storm debris, and rapid grass growth. Okaloosa County haulers will collect routine yard waste, provided it is properly prepared. Loose clippings must be bagged or containerized, while branches must be sawn into lengths under four feet and tied into bundles weighing no more than fifty pounds. For oversized discards like broken patio furniture or defunct washing machines, residents must contact their franchised waste provider to schedule a specialized bulky item pickup.
Hurricane Preparations and Container Codes
Because Lake Lorraine is highly vulnerable to Gulf Coast weather events, solid waste operations will be proactively suspended whenever tropical storm or hurricane warnings are issued. During severe weather, homeowners are legally required to store their trash carts inside a garage or tie them down to prevent them from becoming dangerous projectiles. Under normal, sunny conditions, neighborhood covenants and county rules dictate that all empty receptacles must be removed from the public right-of-way by the evening following your collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Lake Lorraine?
A: Weekly automated curbside garbage and recycling collection.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: No collection on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; schedule moves to the next day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Green for garbage, Blue for recycling.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk items are collected weekly; white goods must be scheduled with Waste Management.
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