Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Green Valley
Maryland curbside collections typically run weekly (Monday-Friday). Your specific household collection day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Maryland MDE requires strict separation of yard trim from standard refuse, and mandates food scrap diversion under state law.
Private hauler provided container (varies) Bin (Trash)
Collection rules, times, and container limits are dictated entirely by your chosen private hauler or HOA contract. Keep trash at least 4 feet away from the county recycling cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable items
Blue (County-issued wheeled cart: 35, 65, or 95 gallons) Bin (Recycling)
Set out by 6:00 a.m. within 6 feet of the street and 4 feet from other objects. No plastic bags are allowed in the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles, tubs, jars, and jugs
- ✓Clean paper and cardboard
- ✓Metal cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags of any kind
- ✕Clamshell plastics (produce/bakery containers)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Party cups
Yard Waste Bin
Not collected curbside by the County. Drop off up to five 30-gallon bags per day for free at the Reichs Ford Road Landfill, or schedule collection with your private hauler.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Not provided by County (Private Hauler or Drop-off only)
Placement
Do not place bulky items on the County right-of-way without an arranged pickup from a private hauler, as the county may cite it as a code violation.
Accepted
- ✓ Varies by private hauler
- ✓ Appliances/White goods (accepted free at the county drop-off center)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (must be disposed of at specialized drop-off events)
Private haulers charge varying fees for bulk pickup. The county landfill accepts bulk items (Municipal Solid Waste) at $82.76 per ton with a $10 minimum.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The County's residential recycling collections shift one day later than the normal schedule for the entire week after a facility closure (e.g., a Monday holiday pushes Monday's route to Tuesday).
Yard Waste Exception
Private hauler schedules apply for all trash and yard waste collections.
The holiday slide rule applies strictly to the County's blue bin recycling program. You must contact your private trash company to determine their specific holiday delays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberCheck with your private hauler regarding curbside leaf collection. Frederick County Highway Operations does not collect leaves, and they must never be raked into roadside ditches or county rights-of-way.
Winter
December to FebruaryFollowing severe snowstorms or icy conditions, Frederick County may delay recycling collections for safety. Any weather-related cancellations will cause the schedule to shift one day later for the remainder of the week.
Year-Round
January to DecemberTake advantage of the county's free drop-off center for used motor oil, antifreeze, and lithium-ion batteries. Never place batteries in your residential bins, as they pose a severe fire risk to collection trucks.
Drop-off Facilities
Reichs Ford Road Landfill & Recycling Center
9031 Reichs Ford Road, Frederick, MD 21704
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who picks up my trash in Green Valley?
As an unincorporated area, Frederick County does not provide residential trash service. Homeowners must hire a private hauling company (such as Key Sanitation or Republic Services) or utilize an HOA-contracted trash service.
How do I get a new recycling cart?
Frederick County provides recycling carts to single-family homes and townhomes free of charge. You can request a 35, 65, or 95-gallon blue cart by calling 301-600-2960 or by using the county's online cart request form.
Can I put plastic bags in my recycling bin?
No. Frederick County strictly prohibits plastic bags of any kind in the blue cart, including grocery bags, trash bags, or 'bags of bags'. They jam the mechanical sorting equipment at the processing center.
Where can I dispose of an old refrigerator or stove?
While the county does not offer curbside bulk pickup, Green Valley residents can bring 'white goods' like refrigerators, stoves, and freezers to the Reichs Ford Road Recycling Center for free disposal.