Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hinesville
Trash Day
Garbage is collected once a week on assigned weekdays based on your street route.
Recycling
No curbside recycling pickup; drop-off recycling is available at three city convenience centers (111 Carter Rd, 129 Sandy Run Rd, and 941 E.G. Miles Pkwy).
Yard Waste
Collected once a week on your designated regular trash collection day.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Garbage and yard debris collection fees are bundled directly into your monthly City of Hinesville water utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Auto-Pay (ACH), Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Green (90-gallon Polycart) Bin (Trash)
Place cart adjacent to the curb after 5:00 p.m. the day before collection, out by 6:00 a.m. on collection day, and remove by 6:30 a.m. the following day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable materials
- ✓Bagged trash
Drop-off only (No curbside bin) Bin (Recycling)
All items must be separated and taken to one of the City of Hinesville or Keep Liberty Beautiful drop-off convenience centers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspaper and glossy magazines
- ✓Corrugated cardboard boxes (flattened)
- ✓Clear and green plastic soda bottles
- ✓Milk jugs and rinsed mixed plastics
- ✓Clear, green, and brown glass containers
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Medical waste
- ✕Liquid waste
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household garbage
Yard Waste Bin
Place in neat piles near the curb, free of other trash. Limbs must not exceed 5 inches in diameter, 5 feet in length, or 50 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Shrubbery
- ✓Limbs and branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on the regularly scheduled pick-up day
Placement
Place items along the edge of the street by 6:00 a.m. on your normal collection day, keeping them separate from your green polycart and yard trimmings.
Accepted
- ✓ Refrigerators and stoves
- ✓ Dishwashers
- ✓ Mattresses and furniture
- ✓ Toys and clothes
- ✓ Bicycles and plastic swimming pools
Not Accepted
- ✕ Commercial or residential construction debris
- ✕ Liquid waste (including wet paint)
- ✕ Medical waste
- ✕ Hazardous waste
This service is included in your standard city utility bill. There is no additional fee for standard household bulk items.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
According to the City of Hinesville's official sanitation policy, normal scheduled refuse will be picked up on all holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard debris and bulk items are typically collected alongside regular garbage on all holidays, but severe weather could cause temporary suspensions.
Always ensure your cart is out by 6:00 a.m., as holiday route times may vary due to lighter traffic.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June to NovemberIn the event of a severe tropical storm or hurricane, normal collection schedules will be suspended. The city typically announces revised, post-storm recovery collection schedules for yard debris via its emergency alert system.
Fall
October to DecemberResidents are encouraged to pile leaves neatly by the curb for weekly collection. The city composts these leaves to create free mulch for residents, so be sure not to mix leaves with regular household trash.
Spring
March to MayTake advantage of the weekly bulk item pickup during spring cleanouts. You can place mattresses, dressers, and appliances at the curb on your normal trash day without needing to schedule an appointment.
Local Tips & Community Info
Comprehensive Hinesville Waste and Sanitation Management
The Public Works Department handles refuse collection for residents living within the Hinesville city limits. Each eligible household receives one numbered 90-gallon roll-out polycart for weekly household garbage. Maintaining clean neighborhoods relies heavily on residents following the established Code of Ordinance No. 2013-06. If your provided polycart sustains damage through normal wear and tear, the city will repair or replace it at no additional cost.
Routine Collection Timings and Polycart Placement
Punctuality matters for route drivers navigating Hinesville neighborhoods. All sanitation trucks begin their designated routes early, meaning your 90-gallon cart must be situated by the curb no later than 6:00 a.m. on your assigned pickup day. Ensure the cart is positioned right along the edge of the street, completely free from obstructions like parked vehicles or mailboxes, to allow the collection automated arm to grab the bin safely without causing property damage.
Simplified Same-Day Bulk Item Disposal
Getting rid of heavy household goods is remarkably easy in Hinesville. Unlike many municipalities that require special appointments, the city collects bulk trash on your regular weekly garbage day. Items such as old mattresses, couches, dressers, and home appliances should simply be placed next to your trash cart. However, sanitation crews will absolutely not pick up residential or commercial construction debris, liquid wastes, or medical hazards.
Yard Trimmings and Free Mulch Programs
Landscaping debris is also gathered on the exact same day as your household garbage. Residents should pile leaves, shrubbery clippings, limbs, and grass near the edge of the road, completely separate from normal trash. Because the city operates a dedicated composting initiative, mixing garbage with organic yard waste will prevent pickup. As a local perk, the city transforms this collected organic debris into compost and offers it back to residents as free mulch.
Local Recycling Drop-Off Centers
Instead of standard curbside recycling bins, Hinesville promotes environmental sustainability through dedicated community drop-off locations. Residents are encouraged to separate aluminum cans, clear, green, or brown glass, and paper products, and bring them to one of three convenient recycling centers. Active drop-off sites are located at 111 Carter Road behind Poole's Deli, 129 Sandy Run Road near the Enmark Station, and 941 E.G. Miles Parkway.
Holiday Schedule Continuity
One unique advantage of living in Hinesville is the uninterrupted sanitation schedule during major holidays. While most cities delay service for federal observances, Hinesville crews continue to run their normal collection routes on all holidays. You will never have to guess when to pull your cart to the curb following Thanksgiving or Christmas, as you simply follow your usual weekly schedule without any adjustments or delays.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Hinesville Public Works (Mulch Pick-up)
941 E.G. Miles Parkway, Hinesville, GA 31313
Materials Accepted
E.G. Miles Recycle Center
941 E.G. Miles Parkway, Hinesville, GA 31313
Materials Accepted
Carter Road Recycle Center
111 Carter Road, Hinesville, GA 31313
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does my garbage need to be out in Hinesville?
Your 90-gallon polycart, along with any yard debris or bulk items, must be placed at the edge of the street by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled service day.
Are there delays in trash pickup during major holidays?
No. Hinesville is unique in that normal scheduled refuse is picked up on all holidays. You do not need to adjust your set-out day for holiday weeks.
Where can I recycle glass and aluminum in the city?
Hinesville operates designated drop-off centers for recyclable materials. Residents can utilize facilities located at Carter Road, Sandy Run Road, or E.G. Miles Parkway.