Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Angleton
Trash Day
Trash is collected twice a week based on your zone: Tuesdays and Fridays for Zone 1 (North of Wilkins / Northside), and Mondays and Thursdays for Zone 2 (From Wilkins South / Southside).
Recycling
Every Wednesday citywide
Yard Waste
Collected on your zone's heavy trash weeks (Zone 1 on the 1st and 3rd week of the month; Zone 2 on the 2nd and 4th week of the month; serviced Tuesday through Thursday, set out by Monday)
Set Out Time
By 6:30 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling services provided by Waste Connections are bundled directly with your City of Angleton monthly water and sewer utility bill, due on the 25th of each month.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person, Dropbox
Provided Cart Bin (Trash)
Trash must be placed inside the provided cart and set at the curb prior to the morning of your scheduled collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged trash
Provided Cart Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected citywide every Wednesday. All recyclables should be placed loosely in the cart without plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum cans
- ✓Steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Must not exceed 5 feet in length, 50 pounds in weight, or 18 inches in diameter. Serviced on heavy/bulk trash days with a 4 cubic yard limit.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree trimmings
- ✓Shrub branches
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Twice a month based on Zone (Zone 1: 1st & 3rd weeks, Zone 2: 2nd & 4th weeks)
Placement
Must be placed in front or on the side of the residence within 5 feet from the roadway/curb, 4 feet away from stationary objects, and not under overhanging power lines or trees.
Accepted
- ✓ Refrigerators (tagged)
- ✓ Freezers (tagged)
- ✓ Stoves
- ✓ Water heaters
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Bicycles
- ✓ Brush trimmings (<5 ft)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Concrete
- ✕ Dirt/mulch
- ✕ Bricks
- ✕ Batteries
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Auto parts
- ✕ Hazardous waste (chemicals, paint, medical waste)
- ✕ Construction/remodeling waste
- ✕ Logs >18 inches diameter
There is no extra fee for up to 4 bulky yards. However, if you leave out excessive fencing or unaccepted debris, Waste Connections may charge an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Connections observes major holidays by delaying service by one day for the remainder of the week following the holiday.
Yard Waste Exception
Heavy trash schedules may shift during holiday weeks. Always check the official city calendar for adjustments to the 1st/3rd or 2nd/4th week bulk pickup.
If a designated holiday falls on a weekend, your standard weekday pickup schedule usually remains unaffected.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer/Fall
June to NovemberDuring the Texas Gulf Coast hurricane and storm season, you may have excess fallen branches. Remember that tree trimmings must be cut to under 5 feet and weigh less than 50 pounds for collection.
Spring
March to MayThe City of Angleton frequently hosts City-Wide Spring Cleanup events. These drives accept special items like off-rim tires, old files for shredding, and certain electronics that cannot go in normal bins.
Winter
December to JanuaryAfter the holidays, excess gift boxes and wrapping can overflow your bins. Break down all cardboard for Wednesday recycling, and hold oversized non-recyclables for your zone's heavy trash week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Cash in Your Cans? Find Your Angleton Recycling Spot!
Hey Angleton neighbors! While our regular recycling is super important, did you know you can actually get a little cash back for certain items? For aluminum cans and plastic bottles, keep an eye out for redemption centers around Brazoria County. Sometimes local scrap yards will also take a variety of metals, so if you've got old appliances or scrap metal lying around, it might be worth a call to a place like Brazoria County Recycling Center to see what they're buying. It's a great way to clear out the garage and put a few bucks in your pocket!
Give Your Goods a Second Life: Angleton Donation Gems
Before you toss anything that still has some life left in it, think about donating! Angleton has some wonderful spots where your old clothes, furniture, or household items can make a real difference. Check out organizations like the Brazosport Area Goodwill or the Salvation Army in nearby Lake Jackson. These places are always looking for donations to support their programs and help families in our community. It feels good to declutter and do good at the same time!
Keeping Angleton Beautiful: Tackling Trash Talk and Toss-Offs
Let's all work together to keep Angleton looking its best. If you ever see anything dumped illegally, which is a real bummer and bad for our environment, the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office or the Angleton Public Works department are the folks to contact. They handle illegal dumping complaints. Also, keep an ear out for community cleanup events that pop up throughout the year – they're a fantastic way to meet neighbors and make a visible difference right here in our town.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Angleton Utility Billing Department
121 S. Velasco St., Angleton, TX 77515
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What are my regular garbage collection days in Angleton?
Garbage pickup depends on your zone. Residents in Zone 1 (Northside) have collections on Tuesdays and Fridays. Residents in Zone 2 (Southside) have collections on Mondays and Thursdays. Recycling is collected citywide every Wednesday.
How much heavy trash am I allowed to put on the curb?
Residents are allowed a maximum of 4 cubic yards of heavy/bulk trash per service. Individual items must weigh under 50 pounds, and any brush must be trimmed to under 5 feet in length.
When is heavy garbage collected in my neighborhood?
Heavy trash is collected based on your zone. Zone 1 is serviced during the 1st and 3rd weeks of the month, while Zone 2 is serviced during the 2nd and 4th weeks. Items should be set out by Monday of your scheduled week.
Who do I contact to request a new or replacement trash cart?
You can request a new trash cart or report a lost/stolen one by contacting the Angleton Utility Billing Department at 979-849-4364. Waste Connections generally takes 7 to 10 business days to deliver the new bins.