Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Overlea
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.
Resident-provided sturdy container Bin (Trash)
Use sturdy, water-tight, and rodent-resistant containers with a tight-fitting cover. Lids cannot be attached using rope, wire, or string, though hinged toter-style lids are accepted. Set out after 6:00 PM the night before collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household trash
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Styrofoam
Blue bin or marked container ('X' or 'RECYCLE') Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables loose in the container or in paper bags/small cardboard boxes. Never use plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper and cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags of any kind
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled items
Yard Waste Bin
Must use heavy-duty (two-ply) paper lawn bags or bundle branches with non-plastic string (max 3 inches diameter and 3 feet length). Do not use plastic bags or trash containers.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small brush and branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a year on pre-assigned dates
Placement
Place up to three bulk items at your normal collection point after 6:00 PM on the night before your scheduled bulk date.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Household appliances (doors removed)
- ✓ Rolled carpet
Not Accepted
- ✕ Items exceeding 8 feet in length
- ✕ Tires or auto parts
- ✕ Pianos or pool tables
- ✕ Hazardous materials or items containing liquids
- ✕ Large construction or demolition material
Bulk collection on your scheduled day is provided at no extra charge. Additional bulky items can be taken to Baltimore County drop-off centers for free.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Baltimore County utilizes a 'slide' make-up schedule for seven major holidays. If a holiday falls on or before your normal collection day, your pickup will shift one day later for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard material and recycling collections also shift according to the county's standard holiday slide schedule.
For addresses on a twice-a-week trash schedule, the first collection will slide, and the second trash collection will be canceled for that holiday week.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Fall
April - DecemberDedicated yard material collection (Schedule 1 or Schedule 2) runs from April through December. Ensure all grass clippings and yard debris are separated from regular trash and placed in paper lawn bags.
Winter
January - MarchDuring the winter months, severe weather and snowstorms can delay routes. If conditions become hazardous, check the Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management portal for real-time status updates.
Post-Holiday
JanuaryLive Christmas trees can be recycled curbside. You must remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, tree stands, and plastic tree bags before placing the tree at your normal collection point.
Drop-off Facilities
Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility
6259 Days Cove Road, White Marsh, MD 21162
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bulk items can I put out in Overlea?
Baltimore County enforces a strict limit of exactly three (3) bulk items per scheduled collection. If you place more than three items at the curb, the excess materials will not be collected.
Do I need to schedule a bulk trash pickup?
No. Eligible single-family homes and townhomes in Overlea are automatically assigned two specific bulk collection dates each year by the county. You must use the county's online schedule tool to look up your assigned dates.
Can I put yard waste in a plastic bag or trash can?
No. Overlea residents must use heavy-duty, two-ply paper lawn bags or tie branches into small bundles. Yard waste placed in plastic bags or rigid trash cans will be rejected by the collection crews.
What should I do if a holiday falls on my trash day?
Baltimore County uses a 'slide' schedule for seven specific holidays. If one of these holidays occurs on a weekday before or on your normal collection day, your pickup will be delayed by one day for the rest of that week (e.g., a Monday pickup moves to Tuesday).