Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Benbrook
Texas residential services run Monday through Friday. Please refer to your neighborhood's specific zoning map for your exact day.
State Mandate
Bag all trash to prevent pests.
Personal Trash Cans or Bags Bin (Trash)
All trash MUST be securely tied inside closed plastic trash bags, regardless of whether a personal garbage can is used. Set out by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, but no earlier than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Accepted Items
- ✓Closed plastic bags of household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable household materials
Blue Bins (Provided by City) Bin (Recycling)
Households are permitted up to two official blue recycling bins, available for free at City Hall or the Benbrook Water Authority. The city recommends writing your name and address on them with a waterproof marker.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper and cardboard
- ✓Plastics
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags (do not bag recyclables)
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Batteries and electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Loose brush should ideally not exceed 3 to 4 feet in length, 6 inches in diameter, or 50 pounds. Place curbside by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday for collection within 72 hours.
Accepted Items
- ✓Brush
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Shrub trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (Placed out Wednesdays, collected within 72 hours)
Placement
Keep bulk items away from mailboxes, sprinkler systems, sewer clean-outs, water meter boxes, and overhead power lines. Do not place out earlier than 5:00 p.m. Tuesday.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (certified Freon-free)
- ✓ Brush and yard waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction materials
- ✕ Used tires and batteries
- ✕ Petroleum products
- ✕ Paint and solvents
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals
Bulk collection is included in the base utility rate. Extremely large items or excess waste can also be hauled privately to the Southeast Landfill in Fort Worth for an external fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If a major holiday falls on a Thursday or Friday, the Wednesday collection schedule in Benbrook will remain completely unaffected. You will receive standard service on your normal Wednesday.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and brush pick-ups initiated on Wednesday may take the full 72 hours (until Saturday) to collect, especially during holiday weeks with heavier-than-normal trash volumes.
Always ensure your trash is out by 7:00 a.m., as holiday week traffic and alternate substitute drivers can result in earlier-than-usual neighborhood route times.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Blue Bin
While your regular trash must be bagged by law, your recyclables must remain completely loose in your blue bins. Plastic trash bags or grocery bags easily jam the gears at the recycling sorting facility.
Label Your Recycling Bins
Since all Benbrook residents use the exact same style of blue bins distributed by City Hall, they are easily mixed up on windy days. Use a permanent, waterproof marker to clearly write your address on your bins.
Drain Freon From Appliances
If you are setting out an old refrigerator or freezer for the 72-hour bulk pickup window, federal EPA laws mandate that you hire a certified technician to remove the CFCs (Freon) and tag the appliance before Republic Services will touch it.
Seasonal Information
Spring and Fall
March to May, September to NovemberIn addition to year-round access to the Fort Worth facility, Benbrook typically hosts specialized mobile Household Hazardous Waste Collection days each spring and fall right inside city limits. Check the city website for upcoming dates.
Summer
June to AugustTexas heat exacerbates foul odors. Benbrook's ordinance requiring all household refuse to be enclosed in sealed plastic bags—even when inside a covered trash can—is strictly enforced during the summer to combat pests and flies.
Winter Holidays
November to JanuaryBecause Benbrook's main collection day is Wednesday, major holidays like Thanksgiving (Thursday), Christmas, and New Year's Day rarely disrupt the standard residential pickup route.
About Benbrook Waste Management
Benbrook's Streamlined Wednesday Collection System
In Benbrook, the city has contracted with Republic Services to manage all residential solid waste. Unlike cities with staggered neighborhood zones, Benbrook operates on a unified, once-a-week schedule where all standard household trash, recycling, and brush must be placed at the curbside by 7:00 a.m. every Wednesday. To prevent unsightly streets, city ordinance strictly dictates that bins and bags cannot be placed outside before 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
Strict Plastic Bag Requirements for All Trash
One of the most heavily enforced sanitation rules in Benbrook is the bagging requirement. Even if you place your garbage inside a heavy-duty personal trash can, every single piece of household refuse must be contained within a closed plastic trash bag. This mandate helps prevent loose debris from blowing into neighbors' yards or the nearby Trinity River during collection, keeping Tarrant County clean and sanitary.
The Innovative 'Yellow Bag' Program for Extra Pickups
For larger households that generate more waste than a single Wednesday pickup can handle, the City of Benbrook offers the unique 'Yellow Bag' program. Rather than increasing your baseline monthly utility rate for an extra service day, residents can purchase special yellow bags from City Hall or the Benbrook Water Authority. Filling these specific bags and placing them at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday grants you a second weekly collection automatically, with the cost of service built directly into the price of the bags.
Navigating the 72-Hour Bulk and Brush Window
Heavy yard maintenance and home cleanouts are handled smoothly through a 72-hour collection window. When residents place bulk items or loose brush at the curb on Wednesday morning alongside their regular trash, Republic Services dispatchers have until 7:00 a.m. on Saturday to retrieve it with a specialized truck. Just remember that the city imposes a 50-pound limit on loose brush piles and bulky materials at the curb at any one time to ensure driver safety.
Utilizing the Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center
Because Republic Services cannot accept hazardous chemicals, wet paints, or electronics curbside, Benbrook maintains a partnership with the nearby Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center on Bridge Street. Benbrook residents can use this facility year-round to safely dispose of up to 10 gallons of automotive fluids, 30 gallons of paint, and various household cleaners. Simply bring a valid ID or water bill proving your Benbrook residency.
Drop-off Facilities
Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center
6400 Bridge Street, Fort Worth, TX 76112
Materials Accepted
Southeast Landfill
6288 Salt Road, Fort Worth, TX 76140
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Yellow Bag program work in Benbrook?
The Yellow Bag program offers a second weekly trash pickup without permanently increasing your monthly utility bill. You can buy a roll of yellow bags at City Hall or the Benbrook Water Authority (e.g., $13.86 for 25 bags). Simply fill them with trash and place them at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday for a weekend collection.
Do I have to bag my trash if I use a garbage can?
Yes. Benbrook city ordinance requires that all household trash must be tied securely in closed plastic garbage bags, even if you put those bags inside a heavy-duty lidded garbage can. Loose trash thrown directly into a bin is a violation.
Where can I get a recycling bin?
Each household in Benbrook is allowed up to two blue recycling bins free of charge. You can pick them up during normal business hours at either City Hall (911 Winscott Road) or the Benbrook Water Authority (1121 Mercedes Street).
When will my bulk trash be picked up?
Bulk items and brush must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday. However, Republic Services utilizes a 72-hour window for these specific heavy trucks, meaning your items may not be collected until Saturday morning.