Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Wright
Trash Day
Twice weekly (Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday depending on your neighborhood route)
Recycling
Once weekly on your assigned collection day
Yard Waste
Once weekly on your assigned collection day
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential solid waste and recycling collection fees in the Wright area are serviced via Okaloosa County's franchise hauler and typically billed monthly through Okaloosa County Water & Sewer.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Mail, Drop Box, Auto-Pay
Green or Black WM Cart Bin (Trash)
All household garbage must be bagged before being placed in the trash cart. Carts must be placed curbside with the lid opening facing the street, away from mailboxes, parked cars, and low-hanging tree branches.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste and wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and styrofoam
- ✓Bagged pet waste and diapers
WM Cart with Yellow or Blue Lid Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; place them loosely in the cart. Ensure all bottles and containers are completely rinsed of food residue or liquids before recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and mixed paper
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers (#1 through #7)
- ✓Clean aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
- ✓Newspapers and magazines
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and plastic film
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, holiday lights)
- ✕Styrofoam (foam cups/packing peanuts)
- ✕Household garbage and food waste
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Branches must not exceed 6 feet in length and 4 inches in diameter. Do not mix treated wood or contractor-generated land clearing debris with regular residential yard waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Small branches and twigs
- ✓Shrubbery cuttings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your designated curbside collection day
Placement
Place items in front of your residence, away from mailboxes, telephone poles, and parked cars, ensuring the loader packer truck has clear access.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture (couches, mattresses)
- ✓ Bicycles and electronics
- ✓ Push-type lawn mowers (oil and gas completely drained)
- ✓ Automotive tires (maximum of 4, rims must be removed)
- ✓ Treated lumber (must be separated from other trash)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Commercial vehicle tires or heavy equipment tires
- ✕ Land clearing or tree removal debris
- ✕ Building demolition debris
- ✕ Rocks, dirt, and concrete
Standard residential bulk pickup is included in the county franchise service. Extremely large clean-outs or debris generated by professional contractors must be hauled directly to a landfill or transfer station at the owner's expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Management offices and collections in the Okaloosa County franchised areas are only closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If your regular service falls on one of these holidays, pickups will generally be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and recycling pickups are subject to the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard household garbage.
County transfer stations and hazardous waste drop-off locations are also closed on these three major observed holidays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer/Fall
June to NovemberDuring Florida's Atlantic Hurricane Season, pay close attention to weather alerts. Do not trim trees, cut down branches, or place large bulk items at the curb if a tropical storm or hurricane warning is issued for Okaloosa County, as heavy winds turn debris into dangerous projectiles.
Winter
Late November to JanuaryWaste Management and the county transfer stations only observe three major holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on one of these holidays, expect a one-day delay in your curbside pickup schedule.
Spring
March to MayAs the weather warms and intense yard maintenance begins, remember the county's size restrictions for yard waste: branches must be cut down to 6 feet or less. Large stumps or professional land-clearing debris must be handled by private hauling services.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans? Get Cash Back Right Here Near Wright!
Did you know you can get a little money back for those aluminum cans and plastic bottles? While Wright itself doesn't have a dedicated buyback center listed, you're close to options! The Panhandle is known for its recycling initiatives. Check out local scrap yards in the broader Fort Walton Beach or Destin areas. Sometimes, they'll take sorted recyclables for cash, especially metals. Also, keep an eye out for community recycling drives, as these can be opportunities to turn your recyclables into a few extra bucks. Always call ahead to confirm what they accept and their current rates!
Give Your Goods a Second Life in the Wright Area
Before tossing usable items, think about donating them! In the Wright vicinity and nearby Fort Walton Beach, organizations like the Habitat for Humanity ReStore are fantastic places to drop off furniture, appliances, and building materials. They help fund their mission while keeping good stuff out of the landfill. Local churches and community centers often run thrift shops or donation drives too, so it's always worth a quick call to see if they're accepting particular items you no longer need.
Keeping Wright Beautiful: Tackling Dumped Trash Together
It's a bummer when folks dump trash illegally, messing up our beautiful Florida scenery. If you spot any illegal dumping around Wright, it's best to report it. While specific reporting hotlines aren't always obvious, reaching out to the Okaloosa County Solid Waste Department is a great first step. They can guide you on the proper channels to report these incidents, and sometimes they even organize community cleanup days. Staying vigilant helps keep our neighborhoods clean for everyone!
Drop-off Facilities
South Okaloosa County Transfer Station
630 Transit Way (off MLK Jr Blvd) / 80 Ready Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash pickup service in Wright, FL?
Because Wright is an unincorporated area in Okaloosa County, residential trash, recycling, and yard waste services are provided exclusively by Waste Management (WM) under a franchised agreement with the county.
Can I throw a lawnmower out for bulk trash pickup?
Yes, you can place push-type lawn mowers out for curbside bulk collection, but you must completely drain all gasoline and oil from the equipment before placing it at the curb to avoid hazardous spills.
What should I do if my trash pickup day falls on Thanksgiving?
Waste Management only observes Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your normal pickup falls on one of these holidays, your collection will be delayed, typically pushed back by one day for the remainder of that week.
Where can I recycle old paint and car batteries near Wright?
Household hazardous waste cannot go in your curbside bins. Wright residents can drop off these materials safely for free at the Okaloosa County Hazardous Waste facility located at 84 Ready Ave in neighboring Fort Walton Beach, open Tuesday through Saturday.