Carrizo Springs Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Carrizo Springs, Texas.
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Republic Services
Phone Number
830-876-2476Facility Address
308 W Pena St, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
Collection Schedule
Trash service is provided by Republic Services under a municipal contract and billed via the city.
Bin Colors
Standard Blue or Green 95-gallon poly carts are provided.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Republic Services pushes pickup back by one day for major observed holidays.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk collection limits and schedules are coordinated by Republic Services.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Only contents inside the provided poly cart will be collected unless a special bulk pickup is arranged.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Curbside Waste Removal in Dimmit County
In the heart of Dimmit County, Carrizo Springs ensures a clean living environment through structured residential waste removal. The sanitation department coordinates weekly curbside collections for all single-family homes. To guarantee service, citizens must roll their municipal trash bins to the road edge before 7:00 a.m. on their designated collection day. Because route paths are frequently adjusted to maximize efficiency, sanitation drivers are not permitted to loop back for containers that are deployed late.
Mandatory Cart Alignment and Spacing
Proper alignment of your garbage cart is critical for the automated side-loading trucks. The receptacle must be positioned on flat ground, right at the curb line, with the lid's opening facing the street. Residents are required to establish a three-foot safety perimeter around the bin. Placing your cart too close to parked cars, mailboxes, or utility poles restricts the mechanical lifting arm, forcing the crew to leave your refuse uncollected.
Disposing of Mesquite and Yard Debris
Managing the rugged vegetation native to South Texas generates considerable yard debris. Carrizo Springs mandates that all small lawn clippings and leaves be securely bagged inside your trash cart. For larger brush, such as mesquite branches or thick shrubs, the wood must be trimmed into sections no longer than four feet. These branches should be tightly bound into bundles weighing no more than 40 pounds. Loose, scattered piles of brush will be flagged as a municipal code violation.
Heavy Junk and Appliance Regulations
Upgrading your home or clearing out a garage often leaves you with oversized junk that cannot fit in a standard cart. For disposing of bulky items like worn-out mattresses, broken couches, or large area rugs, residents must arrange a special heavy trash pickup. Note that major appliances, especially those containing refrigerants like old refrigerators or window air conditioning units, must display a verified certification tag proving the hazardous chemicals were legally extracted before they can be hauled away.
Holiday Shifts and Weather Suspensions
Extreme weather events and federally recognized holidays will occasionally disrupt the standard hauling calendar. When major holidays like Thanksgiving Day or Christmas occur on a weekday, all subsequent sanitation routes are typically pushed back by one full day. Furthermore, intense South Texas storms or flooding may cause temporary route suspensions to ensure the safety of the heavy truck operators. The city administration continuously updates these schedule changes on the official municipal website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Carrizo Springs?
A: Trash service is provided by Republic Services under a municipal contract and billed via the city.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Republic Services pushes pickup back by one day for major observed holidays.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Standard Blue or Green 95-gallon poly carts are provided.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk collection limits and schedules are coordinated by Republic Services.
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