The City of College Station takes great care in managing Solid Waste Services, ensuring the cleanliness and sustainability of our community. Under the diligent oversight of the Department of Public Works, we maintain efficient waste collection and disposal systems for residents and businesses alike. Recycling initiatives are a cornerstone of our environmental efforts, with single-family residences benefitting from the expertise of BVR Waste and Recycling, our trusted partner in promoting sustainable waste management practices.
Accepted Items
Empty + Unbagged + Clean Items
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Waste
Placement: Do not mix bulk & brush piles. Brush needs to be cut down to 8-ft lengths, piles need to be placed within 3ft of the curbline, and not under or near obstructions like power lines, communication or meter boxes, parked cars, or trees.
Prohibited Waste: No bagged kitchen waste, construction or demolition debris, contractor-generated waste, hazardous, listed, or special wastes.
Special Collections:
Christmas Tree Collection Guidelines: Remove all lights, tinsel, ornaments, stands, and nails. Place out on bulk and brush collection day; natural trees will be mulched, flocked trees will be disposed of.
Deceased Animal Collection Guidelines: The Solid Waste Division collects deceased animals from city streets and residences. This includes small domestic animals – dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, and geese. Customers requesting removal from residences shall place the animal in a plastic bag and place the bag curbside before submitting a request for pick-up. *The city does not collect deceased animals from animal clinics.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) should never be placed inside any cart for curbside collection and always brought to semi-annual HHW Events hosted by BVSWMA, Inc.