Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Kingsland
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday based on neighborhood zones (e.g., Old Town south of Hwy 40 and Summerfield on Monday; Highway 40 West and The Meadows on Tuesday; Willow Lake and Brighton Lakes on Wednesday; Lakeside and Old Town north of Hwy 40 on Thursday; Laurel Island Links and Lake Crest on Friday).
Recycling
No curbside pickup; drop-off recycling is available Monday through Friday at the Public Works Department (691 N Lee St) and Fire Station #4 (750 N Gross Rd).
Yard Waste
Collected on a rotating basis across four city zones (crews complete one full zone before moving to the next).
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Sanitation charges are bundled directly into your monthly City of Kingsland municipal utility bill alongside water and sewer services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (Bank Draft), Phone, Mail, In Person
City-issued Cart Bin (Trash)
Place your city-issued refuse cart at the curb the night before or early morning on your scheduled collection day. Ensure a 4-foot clearance from mailboxes, bulk items, and yard waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Disposable diapers
N/A (Drop-Off Only) Bin (Recycling)
Curbside recycling is not provided. Residents must bring accepted recyclables to the drop-off locations at Public Works (691 N. Lee St) or Fire Station #4.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Aluminum soda cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Household trash
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Can be bagged or left unbagged in neat piles. Do not mix with household garbage or bulk items. Must maintain a 4-foot distance from other curbside items.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Pine straw
- ✓Tree limbs (under 4 feet long and 4 inches thick)
- ✓Shrubbery trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Same as regular garbage collection day
Placement
Place items directly behind the curb (not in the street). You must leave at least 4 feet of space between bulk items, your trash cart, and yard debris.
Accepted
- ✓ Old furniture (couches, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Refrigerators (doors removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Contractor-generated waste
- ✕ Automotive fluids and batteries
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
Standard curbside pickup of bulky items and white goods is included in residential sanitation services, provided they adhere to size and placement guidelines.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a designated holiday occurs, the Public Works sanitation department suspends operations. Regular trash and bulk collection routes are typically delayed by one day, or occasionally shifted to the day prior (check the city's News Flash alerts).
Yard Waste Exception
Because yard waste operates on a continuous 4-zone schedule rather than a fixed weekly day, holidays simply pause the crew's progression through the zones.
Essential employees (Police, Fire, EMS) remain on duty, but sanitation and administrative offices close. Check KingslandGeorgia.com for specific holiday shift announcements.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer/Fall
June to NovemberDuring the Atlantic hurricane season, residents should refrain from cutting down major trees or generating massive amounts of yard debris if a named storm is approaching, as loose debris can become hazardous projectiles.
Winter
December to JanuaryHoliday schedules frequently affect collection. If your regular trash day falls on Christmas or New Year's Day, services are typically suspended and routes are pushed back by one day for the remainder of the week.
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning is an ideal time to utilize the Fleet Services Auto Recycling Center for disposing of old lawnmower batteries, contaminated fuels, and used motor oil accumulated over the winter.
Local Tips & Community Info
Kingsland Public Works and Curbside Sanitation
Residential waste collection in the City of Kingsland is managed directly through the local Public Works Department, ensuring clean and safe neighborhoods across the community. Each residential address is assigned a standard 95-gallon poly-cart for routine household garbage. To guarantee your waste is serviced, all trash must be bagged and placed inside the container with the lid securely closed. Carts must be positioned at the curb or edge of the right-of-way by 7:00 AM on your designated collection morning. Make sure the container's arrows point toward the street and keep a minimum three-foot clearance from mailboxes, utility poles, and parked vehicles.
Rules for Yard Debris and Tree Limb Removal
Maintaining your property often results in organic waste, and Kingsland provides dedicated yard debris pickup to help residents manage this. However, strict guidelines apply to ensure the safety of the collection crews. Tree limbs, branches, and brush must be cut to lengths of no more than four feet and cannot exceed four inches in diameter. These items should be stacked neatly near the curb, completely separated from your household garbage bin and any bulk items. Leaves and grass clippings should be piled or bagged securely. Debris generated by private landscaping contractors will not be collected by city crews; the contractor is responsible for its removal.
Navigating Bulk Waste and White Goods Disposal
When it is time to get rid of old furniture, mattresses, or large appliances—often referred to as white goods—Kingsland residents have options. Bulk waste is generally collected on a separate schedule from regular household trash. Residents should contact the Kingsland Public Works office to submit a work order or notify the department about exceptionally large piles at the curb. Please remember that hazardous materials, tires, liquid paints, and construction debris from major home renovations are strictly prohibited and must be hauled to an appropriate Camden County solid waste facility.
Schedule Adjustments for City Holidays
The sanitation crews in Kingsland observe several major city holidays, which can cause temporary shifts in your standard pickup routine. Holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day typically result in a one-day delay for the remainder of that calendar week. The city regularly updates its official website and social media channels with exact holiday schedules. If you experience a missed pickup on a non-holiday week, despite having your cart out by the 7:00 AM deadline, you should call Public Works immediately so a truck can be routed back to your street.
Drop-off Facilities
Kingsland Public Works Recycling Drop-Off
691 North Lee Street, Kingsland, GA 31548
Materials Accepted
Residential Auto Recycling Center at Fleet Services
595 South Grove Boulevard, Kingsland, GA 31548
Materials Accepted
Kingsland Fire Station #4 Recycling Center
750 N. Gross Road, Kingsland, GA 31548
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to place my garbage cart out in Kingsland?
All residential trash carts must be placed at the edge of the street by 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day to avoid missed service.
How do I throw away yard clippings and tree limbs?
Tree limbs must be cut to a maximum of 4 feet in length and 4 inches in diameter, then stacked neatly at the curb separate from standard trash.
Will the city pick up debris left by my landscaping contractor?
No. The City of Kingsland does not collect yard waste or debris generated by hired private contractors; they are required to haul it away themselves.