Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Valle Vista
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your street address and assigned service route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on the same day as your trash service.
Yard Waste
Yard waste and organic materials are collected weekly on your scheduled service day.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Valle Vista is an unincorporated community in Riverside County, so residential waste services are provided and billed directly by county-franchised haulers.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail
Pro Tip / Discount
Senior discounts and low-income assistance may be available directly through your franchised waste hauler.
Black Cart (or Dark Gray) Bin (Trash)
All landfill garbage must be securely bagged before being placed in the black cart. The lid must close completely to prevent litter, and carts should be set out by 6:00 a.m. on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Diapers and bagged pet waste
- ✓Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam)
- ✓Treated or painted wood
- ✓Plastic film and grocery bags
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must never be bagged. Empty, lightly rinse, and dry your items, then toss them loosely into the blue cart to ensure they are sorted correctly at the recovery facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Mixed paper, mail, and newspaper
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Rigid plastic bottles and containers (#1, #2, #5)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags or shrink wrap
- ✕Food waste or greasy pizza boxes
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wire)
- ✕Styrofoam packing materials
Green Cart Bin (Yard Waste)
Place all organic matter loosely inside the green cart. Absolutely no plastic bags or 'compostable' plastics are allowed, as they degrade the quality of the final compost.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, vegetables)
- ✓Grass clippings and weeds
- ✓Leaves, branches, and twigs
- ✓Food-soiled paper (napkins, coffee filters)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two free curbside pickups per calendar year.
Placement
Place your scheduled items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the day of collection. Keep them at least three feet away from your normal trash carts, mailboxes, and parked cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Sofas, chairs, and household furniture
- ✓ Large kitchen and laundry appliances
- ✓ Bundled yard waste (size limits apply)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste or liquid chemicals
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Dirt, concrete, or asphalt
- ✕ Heavy automotive parts or tires
Single-family households are entitled to two free pickups annually. If you exceed this limit or have excessively large cleanout loads, additional fees will apply.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled collection day falls on or after a major observed weekday holiday, your service will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Your green organics cart and blue recycling cart are picked up on the same day as your trash and follow the exact same holiday delay schedule.
If a major holiday lands on a Saturday or a Sunday, it does not impact the regular weekday collection schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayThe San Jacinto Valley frequently experiences strong spring winds. To prevent your trash from becoming neighborhood litter, ensure all cart lids are completely closed and face the hinge toward your home.
Summer
June - AugustIntense summer heat can cause food scraps in your green cart to smell terribly and attract pests. Freeze your meat and dairy scraps in a container until the morning of your trash pickup to eliminate odors.
Winter
December - JanuaryWaste Management collects bare Christmas trees in the weeks following the holidays. You must remove all ornaments, lights, and stands. If the tree is over 6 feet tall, cut it in half before placing it at the curb.
Local Tips & Community Info
Riverside County Waste Solutions for Valle Vista
Nestled against the San Jacinto Mountains, Valle Vista operates as an unincorporated community that relies on Riverside County's franchised waste framework. Depending on your exact street address, your property will be serviced by either CR&R Incorporated or Waste Management. These contracted haulers supply residents with a standard tri-color cart system designed to process household refuse efficiently while keeping the valley landscape pristine and free of unauthorized dumping.
Container Alignment and Morning Logistics
Collection crews dispatch early in the morning to beat the intense Southern California heat. Consequently, residents must wheel their containers to the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on their assigned pickup day. Ensure that all carts are spaced at least three feet apart to allow the truck's automated mechanical arm to grab them without interference. The wheels should be placed flush against the gutter, and the lids must be fully closed to prevent windblown litter. Once collection is complete, county code dictates that bins be removed from the street view by the end of the day.
Organic Diversion and Recycling Mandates
In strict adherence to the state's SB 1383 regulations, Valle Vista households must actively separate their discardable materials to lower greenhouse gas emissions. The green container is strictly for organic waste, encompassing grass clippings, pruned branches, and all kitchen food scraps. Your blue recycling bin is meant for dry commodities like cardboard, aluminum cans, and clean plastics. Never bag your recyclables, as plastic films easily wrap around the gears at the processing center. Any remaining non-hazardous household garbage belongs in the landfill-bound cart.
Managing Oversized Debris and Holiday Shifts
Standard automated routes do not accommodate heavy items like washing machines, mattresses, or living room sofas. Valle Vista residents are entitled to a set number of free bulky item collections annually, which must be arranged by calling your specific hauler’s dispatch team ahead of time. Additionally, keep in mind that service days shift during major national holidays. If a holiday such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Independence Day falls on a weekday, your trash collection will typically be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Drop-off Facilities
Lamb Canyon Sanitary Landfill
31200 Lamb Canyon Rd, Beaumont, CA 92223
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Which company is responsible for garbage collection in Valle Vista?
Since Valle Vista is an unincorporated part of Riverside County, waste hauling is handled by franchised companies, primarily CR&R Incorporated or Waste Management, depending on your neighborhood zone.
What happens to the collection schedule during a holiday week?
If a major recognized holiday falls on a weekday, all residential trash and recycling services are delayed by exactly one day for the rest of that week.
Can I throw old car parts in my curbside trash bin?
No. Auto parts, hazardous chemicals, paint, and electronic waste are prohibited in standard carts. You must take these items to a Riverside County designated household hazardous waste drop-off event.