Cleburne Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Cleburne, Texas.
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City of Cleburne Solid Waste
Phone Number
817-645-0959Facility Address
1550 Industrial Blvd, Cleburne, TX 76033
Collection Schedule
Trash collected weekly; recycling biweekly.
Bin Colors
Poly carts provided by city
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Holiday collection shifts to next day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk pickup monthly.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Brush pickup scheduled.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Cleburne’s Weekly Curbside Trash Operations
Residents of this historic Johnson County hub depend on the city's dedicated solid waste division for consistent garbage removal. To figure out exactly which day the sanitation crews will visit your neighborhood, you can consult the interactive collection map hosted on the municipality's official website. Because drivers hit the streets right as the sun comes up, it is highly advised to roll your polycart down to the curb before 7:00 a.m. Keeping to this early schedule ensures your household refuse is not left behind if the truck route is completed faster than usual.
Precision Placement for Automated Side-Loaders
The City of Cleburne utilizes modern sanitation vehicles equipped with hydraulic arms, which means how you position your bin matters immensely. When you place your container outside, verify that the wheels are resting flat against the curb and the lid hinges face your house. Furthermore, you must provide an obstacle-free radius of at least three feet around the cart. Keep it safely distanced from parked vehicles, utility poles, fences, and mailboxes so the driver can effortlessly grasp the bin without hopping out of the cab.
Recycling Options and Environmental Care
Cleburne is committed to reducing the volume of waste that ends up in regional landfills. Residents are provided with a separate cart specifically for approved recyclables, such as clean aluminum beverage cans, flattened cardboard boxes, and rigid plastic jugs. It is imperative that these items are tossed into the cart loosely without being stuffed into plastic trash bags. Flimsy films, styrofoam, and food-contaminated materials are strictly forbidden, as they ruin the entire batch of clean recyclables and slow down the processing machinery at the recovery facility.
Oversized Item Removal and Transfer Station
When doing heavy yard work or cleaning out the garage, your regular cart fills up fast. Fortunately, Cleburne offers bulk and brush collection for bulky items like discarded mattresses, broken patio furniture, and bundled tree limbs. For massive home renovation projects or extra loads that cannot wait for a scheduled pickup, residents also have the option to haul their excess debris directly to the local transfer station. Be sure to bring a recent utility bill and a matching driver's license to prove your residency when utilizing the drop-off facility.
Route Interruptions and Missed Service Protocols
From severe thunderstorms to major national holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, normal collection schedules can occasionally be disrupted. During recognized holiday weeks, pickup days are typically pushed forward by 24 hours. The city administration makes a point to broadcast these temporary shifts on local utility inserts and social media pages. If your properly spaced cart is somehow missed on a standard business day, simply contact the solid waste customer service desk before the end of the next business day, and they will dispatch a recovery vehicle to your address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Cleburne?
A: Trash collected weekly; recycling biweekly.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Holiday collection shifts to next day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Poly carts provided by city
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk pickup monthly.
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