Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for West Little River
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice weekly (typically on a Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday schedule depending on your specific street address).
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your designated pickup day.
Yard Waste
Small yard waste can be placed bagged in the green cart; large yard debris can be scheduled through two free bulky waste pickups per year or taken to a local Trash and Recycling Center.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling services in West Little River are provided by Miami-Dade County and billed annually as a non-ad valorem assessment on your property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Online, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Special assistance waste collection service is available at no extra charge for residents with disabilities who are unable to bring carts to the curb (call 311 to apply).
Green Cart Bin (Trash)
Bag all trash before placing it in the green cart to prevent litter and pests. Place the cart at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on collection day, ensuring at least five feet of clearance from parked cars, mailboxes, and trees.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Soiled paper products
- ✓Small plastic wrappers and non-recyclables
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not put recyclables in plastic bags; leave them completely loose inside the blue cart. Flatten all cardboard to save space and prevent jamming during automated dumping.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clean plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Dry paper, newspapers, and junk mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags of any kind
- ✕Bagged recyclables
- ✕Styrofoam and egg cartons
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires, hangers)
- ✕Batteries and electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Small yard waste can be placed inside your green garbage cart. Larger yard debris exceeding the cart's capacity must be scheduled as part of your annual bulky waste pickups.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small tree branches
- ✓Palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two times per calendar year (By Appointment)
Placement
Place items curbside no earlier than 3 days prior to your appointment and no later than 7:00 a.m. on the day of collection. Keep a 15-foot overhead clearance and place items 5 feet away from cars and mailboxes.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses (must be sealed in plastic)
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Tree limbs and yard trash (limbs under 5 feet long)
- ✓ Construction debris (limited to 3 cubic yards)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Automotive parts, tires, and batteries
- ✕ Hazardous household chemicals (paint, oil)
- ✕ Biological wastes
- ✕ Commercial contractor debris
Your two 25-cubic-yard pickups are included in your non-ad valorem property tax assessment. Combining them for a 50-cubic-yard pickup will exhaust your limit for the entire year.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management works on most minor holidays. Garbage and recycling collections are ONLY suspended on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day.
Yard Waste Exception
If your scheduled collection falls on one of these three observed holidays, service will be provided on your NEXT regularly scheduled collection day (it is not delayed by one day).
For unlisted holidays such as Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, and Labor Day, place your carts out by 7:00 a.m. as normal.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberWhen a tropical storm or hurricane warning is issued for Miami-Dade County, all bulky waste scheduling is suspended. Immediately secure your green and blue carts indoors, and do not place any yard debris at the curb, as high winds turn debris into dangerous projectiles.
Post-Storm Recovery
As NeededFollowing a hurricane, do not mix your storm-downed vegetative yard debris with structural debris from your home. The county will conduct specialized FEMA sweeps and requires these two types of debris to be in completely separate piles.
Spring Cleaning
March to MaySpring is the busiest time for bulky waste collection. If you plan to use one of your two 25-cubic-yard bulk pickups during these months, schedule your appointment early online or by calling 311, as wait times can be longer than usual.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cash Around West Little River?
Hey neighbors, thinking about that extra soda can or glass bottle? While West Little River doesn't have its own dedicated buyback center right in town, Florida has a state program for bottle and can redemption! Many grocery stores throughout Miami-Dade County will accept certain beverage containers for a small refund. It's a great way to get a little bit of cash back while doing your part. You can also explore local scrap yards like Metalico Miami or AAA Scrap Metal, which often pay for larger quantities of aluminum and other metals. Just give them a call to see what they're buying and their current rates before you haul it over.
Giving Gently Used Stuff a Second Life Near You
Before you toss those items that are still in decent shape, consider donating them! For folks in West Little River, Habitat for Humanity ReStore Miami is a fantastic option. They accept furniture, appliances, building materials, and home goods, and your donations help fund their mission. You might also find local thrift stores like Goodwill or Salvation Army in the broader Miami area that are always looking for clothing, books, and household items. It's a wonderful way to help others and keep good stuff out of the landfill.
Keeping Our Streets Clean: West Little River's Waste Smarts
Nobody likes seeing trash dumped where it doesn't belong. If you ever spot illegal dumping in the West Little River area, the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management wants to know! You can report it by calling 311 or through their online portal. They also hold special collection events for household hazardous waste – think old paint, electronics, and batteries – which are super important to dispose of properly to protect our environment. Keep an eye out for announcements about these events; they're a smart way to handle tricky items!
Drop-off Facilities
West Little River Trash and Recycling Center
1830 NW 79th Street, Miami, FL 33147
Materials Accepted
Golden Glades Trash and Recycling Center
140 NW 160th Street, Miami, FL 33169
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What days does the county pick up garbage in West Little River?
Because West Little River is serviced by Miami-Dade County Solid Waste Management, regular household garbage in the green cart is collected twice a week. Recycling in the blue cart is collected once every other week. You can look up your exact service days by address on the Miami-Dade Solid Waste website.
Do I need to put my mattress in a plastic bag before throwing it away?
Yes. Miami-Dade County requires that all mattresses placed curbside for bulky waste pickup must be fully encased in a plastic mattress bag or sleeve and sealed shut with heavy tape to stop bed bug transmission. Unbagged mattresses will not be collected and can incur a $100 fine.
Is my trash picked up on Thanksgiving in West Little River?
Yes. Miami-Dade County garbage trucks run regular routes on Thanksgiving Day. The only holidays where service is completely suspended are Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day (July 4th), and Christmas Day.
Where can I drop off extra trash near West Little River?
Residents paying the county waste assessment can take extra household trash, large yard debris, and appliances directly to the West Little River Trash and Recycling Center, located at 1830 NW 79th Street. It is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.