Trash Collection Schedules and Guidelines for Anne Arundel County

Knowing your local trash and recycling collection schedule is key to keeping your neighborhood clean and minimizing waste. This article provides a comprehensive guide to trash and recycling collection in Anne Arundel County, including an overview of collection schedules, guidelines for curbside collection, holiday schedules, and more.

Anne Arundel County Trash Collection Basics

• Trash, recycling, and yard waste are collected curbside once per week on Tuesdays in Anne Arundel County.

• Recycling and yard waste are collected in separate trucks from household trash. Trucks are marked with recycling symbols to identify them.

• There is no limit to the amount of recyclables or yard waste residents can put out each week.

• Trash collectors will not remove dead animals. Call Anne Arundel County Animal Control at 410-222-8900 for special pickup.

• Hazardous household waste like chemicals, propane tanks, car batteries, and more require special drop-off.

• New residents don’t need to set up service. Simply place bins curbside on Tuesday for collection.

Trash Pickup Guidelines

Follow these guidelines for successful curbside trash and recycling pickup in Anne Arundel County:

Curbside Pickup Process

• Place bins curbside before 6 AM on your collection day.

• Trash will be collected anytime between 6 AM and 6 PM on Tuesdays.

• Remove empty containers from the curb by midnight on collection day.

Acceptable Curbside Trash Items

• Up to 4 32-gallon trash bins or bags per household weekly.

• Dried out empty paint cans.

• Natural Christmas trees under 4 feet (remove all decor first).

• Large plastic toys, playsets, furniture if space allows.

Items Not Accepted for Curbside Collection

• Items over 40 lbs per bin/bag.

• Hazardous materials like chemicals, batteries, propane tanks.

• Building construction debris and sawdust.

• Liquids including wet paint.

• Asbestos, medical waste, ashes, firearms, ammo.

• Large appliances like refrigerators (call for special pickup).

• Tires, fuel tanks, oil tanks, compressed gas tanks.

• Christmas trees over 4 feet tall (cut in half first).

Recycling Collection in Anne Arundel

Anne Arundel County recycles a wide variety of paper, plastic, metal, and glass items curbside. Follow these tips for successful recycling:

• No limit on the amount of recyclables per week.

• Avoid bagging recyclables in plastic bags. Use bins instead.

• Rinse food residue off items but no need to scrub clean.

• Flatten cardboard boxes, milk cartons, etc.

• Keep lids on bottles and containers.

• No need to separate different recyclable materials.

Acceptable Curbside Recyclables

• Paper: mail, newspapers, magazines, cardboard, milk/juice cartons, paper bags

• Metal food cans, clean aluminum foil, empty aerosol cans

• Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs 6 oz to 5 gallons. Check bottoms for #1 PET or #2 HDPE symbol.

• Glass food and beverage bottles and jars of any color.

Items Not Accepted for Curbside Recycling

• Plastic bags, plastic wrap, liners. Return clean, dry bags to grocery stores.

• Foam cups, takeout containers, egg cartons.

• Needles, medical waste. Place in sealed container and put in trash.

• Batteries. Drop off at special facilities.

• Electronics. Drop off at special facilities.

• Yard waste like branches. Collect separately or take to convenience center.

Yard Waste Collection

Yard waste like leaves, grass clippings, branches, and brush up to 4 feet long and 50 pounds are collected weekly for composting. Follow these guidelines:

• Place yard debris in paper bags, reusable containers, or bundle with cotton or natural fiber string.

• Christmas trees under 4 feet are collected too (remove all decor first).

• Brush over 4 feet long or too heavy for collectors goes to convenience centers.

• Keep yard waste separate from trash and recycling.

Bulk Item Collection

Bulky items like furniture and appliances that don’t fit in normal trash bins can be collected curbside by request:

• Call 410-222-6100 to schedule pickup of 3 large items per week.

• Have items curbside by 6 AM on scheduled day.

• Cancellations require 48-hour notice.

• Only requested items will be collected.

• Keep items clear of obstructions like vehicles.

• Consider donating usable furniture and appliances before disposal.

Holiday Collection Schedules

Trash collection is impacted by the following holidays. View the chart below or check the Anne Arundel County holiday schedule for details:

Holiday	Curbside Collection Impact
New Year’s Day	Monday pickup moves to Tuesday, Tuesday moves to Wednesday
Memorial Day	Monday pickup moves to Tuesday, Tuesday moves to Wednesday
Independence Day	Tuesday pickup moves to Wednesday
Labor Day	Monday pickup moves to Tuesday, Tuesday moves to Wednesday
Thanksgiving Day	Thursday pickup moves to Friday
Christmas Day	Monday pickup moves to Tuesday, Tuesday moves to Wednesday

Missed Pickups and Complaints

• Report missed trash, recycling, or yard waste pickup by calling 410-222-6100.

• Trucks run 6 AM – 6 PM so wait until the end of the day before reporting.

• If possible, take a photo of the uncollected bins for reference.

• For complaints about trash blowing, improperly stored containers, or other issues, also call 410-222-6100.

Convenience Centers and Special Drop-Offs

Anne Arundel County offers several drop-off locations for hazardous household waste, bulky items, and other special materials:

• 5 Convenience Centers accept yard waste, metal appliances, propane tanks, tires, bulky trash.

• 2 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off events are held each year.

• Permanent HHW Drop-Off Center opening in 2023 for chemicals, oils, batteries, more.

• Electronics can be recycled at local Best Buy and county facilities.

Check the Anne Arundel County website for details on drop-off locations, accepted materials, fees, and hours. Proper disposal of hazardous and bulky items keeps the community safe and clean.

General Trash and Recycling Tips

Follow these tips for successful trash, recycling, and yard waste management in Anne Arundel County:

• Know your scheduled collection day and view holiday schedule impacts.

• Separate recyclables, yard debris, and trash into proper bins.

• Rinse food residue but don’t bag recyclables.

• Break down cardboard boxes.

• Schedule bulk item pickup for large appliances and furniture.

• Drop off hazardous chemicals, batteries, tires, and electronics at designated sites.

• Report any missed collections promptly.

• Containerize or bundle yard waste properly.

• Remove all holiday tree decorations before setting curbside.

• Place bins curbside before 6 AM but not earlier than the evening before.

• Don’t overfill containers beyond 40 pound weight limit.

With proper preparation, curbside collection in Anne Arundel County is a convenient service for trash and recycling disposal. Stay up-to-date on collection schedules and guidelines for a smooth pickup process. Contact EagleTrashService or Anne Arundel County Public Works with any questions!