Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Timonium
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's Choice (County recommends dark colors) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged inside sturdy, water-tight, rodent-resistant containers with handles and tight-fitting lids. Cans should not exceed 40 lbs. Do not tie lids to the can with rope or wire, though hinged toter-style lids are acceptable.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Styrofoam
Blue or Resident's Choice (Marked with 'X' or 'RECYCLE') Bin (Recycling)
Place items loosely in a dedicated recycling bin. You can request free 'RECYCLE' stickers from the county for personal cans. Never bag your recyclables in plastic.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Mixed paper and mail
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and rigid plastics
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled paper
- ✕Window glass or mirrors
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords, wires)
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in biodegradable paper yard bags or tied with natural twine. Bundles cannot exceed 3 inches in diameter or 3 feet in length. Weight limit is 30 lbs per bag or bundle.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches and twigs
- ✓Shrubbery trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a year on pre-assigned dates
Placement
Place your three items at your normal collection point after 6:00 p.m. the night before your scheduled date. Ensure items are not blocking sidewalks or streets.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Washers, dryers, and appliances (freon removed)
- ✓ Rolled and tied carpet
Not Accepted
- ✕ Items longer than 8 feet
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous materials or liquids
- ✕ Pianos or boats
- ✕ Stumps or large logs
There is no fee for the two scheduled curbside collections. If you exceed three items or need immediate disposal, you can take bulk items to a County drop-off center at no charge, provided you follow facility limits.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Baltimore County uses a 'slide' schedule. If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections for that day and the remainder of the week are shifted one day later (e.g., Monday moves to Tuesday, Friday moves to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collections also follow the slide schedule during holiday weeks.
If you receive twice-per-week trash collection, the first collection during a holiday week will slide one day, and your second weekly collection will be canceled entirely.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
JanuaryBaltimore County provides a special two-week curbside collection window for live Christmas trees in January. Trees must be completely bare—remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and stands. Do not place the tree in a plastic bag.
Spring/Summer
April to NovemberThis is the active season for 'Y' (Yard) days. During these months, yard materials are collected separately from trash. Check your specific route schedule for your exact 'Y' dates.
Fall
October to DecemberDuring heavy leaf drop season, remember that leaves cannot be swept into the street or storm drains. They must be collected in paper yard bags and left out for your scheduled yard waste pickup.
Drop-off Facilities
Central Acceptance Facility (CAF)
201 West Warren Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030
Materials Accepted
Eastern Sanitary Landfill (ESL)
6259 Days Cove Road, White Marsh, MD 21162
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the holiday slide schedule work in Timonium?
Baltimore County observes a slide schedule for major holidays. If a holiday falls on a Monday, Monday's pickup moves to Tuesday, Tuesday's to Wednesday, and so on through Saturday. If you have twice-a-week garbage pickup, your second day will simply be skipped that week.
Do I need to call to schedule my bulk trash pickup?
No. The Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management assigns two specific bulk collection dates per year to every eligible home. You do not need to call to schedule, but you must look up your assigned dates and limit your set-out to exactly three items.
Can I use plastic bags for my leaves and grass clippings?
Absolutely not. Yard waste placed in plastic bags or regular plastic trash cans will be rejected. You must use compostable paper yard bags or bundle your branches with natural string.
What should I do if I miss my trash pickup or have more than three bulk items?
Timonium residents are very close to the Central Acceptance Facility in Cockeysville on West Warren Road. You can bring your excess household trash, recycling, and bulk items there for free, Monday through Saturday.