Perryton Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Perryton, Texas.
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City of Perryton Sanitation
Phone Number
806-435-4014Facility Address
110 S Ash St, Perryton, TX 79070
Collection Schedule
The city manages local sanitation directly, utilizing alleys and a consistent residential rate.
Bin Colors
Standard metal dumpsters (typically Green or Brown) are used in alleys for household waste.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Collection routes are typically adjusted or delayed by one day during major city holidays.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
An extra tip fee of $4.60 is charged for additional solid waste removal beyond standard service.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Ochiltree County Refuse Operations
The City of Perryton manages its own solid waste department to ensure prompt and reliable garbage collection for its residents in the upper Texas Panhandle. Every home is outfitted with a sturdy municipal poly-cart designed for heavy weekly usage. To guarantee that your household refuse is emptied on your scheduled day, the container must be pushed to the street edge before 7:30 a.m. Residents should ensure that all bags are securely tied before placing them in the cart to maintain a clean and sanitary community environment.
Fighting the Panhandle Winds
Because high-velocity wind gusts are a frequent reality in Perryton, specific bin placement and handling rules are rigorously enforced to prevent neighborhood litter. The cart lid must be pressed down completely; an overflowing bin is easily caught by the wind, spreading trash across residential blocks. Position the cart with the wheels touching the curb and leave a minimum three-foot clearance from parked cars, utility poles, and mailboxes. This spacing allows the automated truck arm to grip the container safely without causing property damage.
Oversized Debris and Brush Bundles
Managing landscaping projects and home renovations generates waste that cannot fit into standard receptacles. Perryton offers localized solutions for bulk trash and yard debris. Tree limbs must be trimmed down to lengths of 48 inches or less and bundled with strong twine, weighing no more than 50 pounds per bundle. Large appliances, old couches, and mattresses can be scheduled for a special heavy pickup, though any refrigerators must have their Freon professionally drained and tagged by a certified technician prior to curbside collection.
Holiday Pauses and Skipped Collections
The municipal sanitation schedule experiences brief pauses during major civic holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Independence Day. During these weeks, your normal collection day will typically shift forward by exactly one business day. If you followed all placement rules but your bin was skipped by the drivers, residents are encouraged to call the Perryton Public Works dispatch line immediately. Do not wait until the following week to report a missed pickup, as crews can often reroute if notified promptly before the end of the shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Perryton?
A: The city manages local sanitation directly, utilizing alleys and a consistent residential rate.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Collection routes are typically adjusted or delayed by one day during major city holidays.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Standard metal dumpsters (typically Green or Brown) are used in alleys for household waste.
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