Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Brushy Creek
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.
TDS-issued 96-gallon cart Bin (Trash)
Cart lid must be completely closed and weigh under 75 lbs. Place cart wheels-to-curb by 7:00 a.m. with 5 feet of clearance. You may place up to 6 extra bags or bundles next to the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-hazardous household items
TDS-issued 96-gallon cart Bin (Recycling)
Items must be clean, dry, and loose in the cart (no bags). Picked up every other week. You may place one tied bundle of up to 10 flattened cardboard boxes next to the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics #1-#7
- ✓Paper and mail
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Hazardous materials
- ✕Glass (verify via Waste Wizard as rules occasionally shift)
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Counts toward your 6-bag/bundle weekly trash allowance. Bundles must be tied, under 35 lbs, max 4 feet long, with branches no wider than 4 inches in diameter.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves and grass clippings (bagged)
- ✓Tree limbs and brush (bundled)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two (2) Saturdays per calendar year per household.
Placement
Items must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled Saturday. Any yard waste included must be bundled (max 4 feet, 35 lbs).
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Water heaters (must be drained)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon must be removed and certified by a tech)
- ✓ Carpet (up to 10 rolls, 4 ft long)
- ✓ Fence panels (cut to 4 ft, no nails)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste or chemicals
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Paint and motor oil
- ✕ Televisions over 44 inches (flat) or 32 inches (tube)
The two annual 3-cubic-yard pickups are included in your standard MUD utility bill. Additional pickups or volumes exceeding 3 cubic yards will incur extra fees from TDS.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Texas Disposal Systems only observes three major holidays. If your regular collection day falls on or after one of these holidays, your service will slide one day forward for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
Saturday bulk pickups are scheduled individually and generally do not occur on major holiday weekends. Verify your confirmed date when submitting the request.
Minor holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day do NOT disrupt the regular collection schedule in Brushy Creek.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Do Not Bag Your Recyclables
Keep all recyclable materials completely loose inside your recycling cart. Placing items inside plastic trash bags will result in your cart being tagged as contaminated, as film plastics tangle the sorting gears at the TDS facility.
Keep the Lid Shut
Brushy Creek strict enforces a 'closed lid' policy. If your trash or recycling cart is overfilled and the lid is propped open, TDS trucks will not service it. Use your weekly six-bag allowance for excess trash instead of overstuffing the cart.
No Nails in Wood Waste
When putting out fencing, pallets, or lumber for your scheduled Saturday bulk pickup, every piece of wood must have all nails and screws completely removed. This protects the collection crews and processing equipment.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October - NovemberDuring heavy leaf-fall, take advantage of the standard weekly service. You can place up to six bags of leaves next to your primary trash cart each week at no extra charge, avoiding the need to schedule a specialized bulk pickup.
Winter
December - JanuaryPost-holiday surges in cardboard are common. Remember that you can set out one bundle of up to 10 flattened boxes (tied with twine) next to your recycling cart without incurring fines or needing a bulk request.
Spring
March - MaySpring cleaning is the perfect time to use one of your two allotted Saturday bulk pickups. Ensure you submit your request form via the Brushy Creek MUD website by noon on Thursday to guarantee a slot for the weekend.
About Brushy Creek Waste Management
Generous Extra Bag Allowances with TDS
Brushy Creek MUD residents enjoy a highly accommodating weekly trash service provided by Texas Disposal Systems (TDS). Beyond the standard 96-gallon garbage cart, residents are permitted to place up to six additional bags or bundles of refuse or yard waste at the curb each week at no extra cost. However, these extra items will only be collected if your primary trash cart is also present at the curb.
Strict Cart Placement and Weight Guidelines
To ensure safe and efficient automated collections, Brushy Creek mandates that all carts weigh no more than 75 pounds and have their lids completely closed. An overfilled cart with an open lid will not be serviced. Carts must be positioned 'wheels-to-curb' with at least five feet of clearance from vehicles, mailboxes, and low-hanging branches by 7:00 a.m. on your designated service day.
On-Demand Saturday Bulk Pickups
Instead of pre-scheduled neighborhood sweeps, Brushy Creek offers a flexible, on-demand bulk item service. Every residential utility account is entitled to two free bulk or brush waste pickups per calendar year, exclusively scheduled on Saturdays. Homeowners must submit their requests online by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday to secure a spot for the upcoming Saturday route.
Unique Rules for Fence Panels and Carpets
If you are remodeling or updating your landscaping, Brushy Creek’s bulk pickup has specific requirements for specialized materials. Fence slats must be completely free of nails, cut to four-foot lengths, and ideally bundled in stacks of five. Similarly, old carpet can be collected if it is cut, rolled into bundles no longer than four feet and two feet in diameter, and limited to a maximum of 10 rolls per request.
Managing Excess Cardboard Effectively
While recycling is collected every other week and no extra bags of recyclables are permitted outside the cart, TDS provides an exception for cardboard. Residents are allowed to place one bundle of up to 10 flattened and broken-down cardboard boxes next to their recycling cart. The bundle must be securely tied together with twine or packing tape to prevent wind-blown litter.
Drop-off Facilities
Williamson County Landfill & Recycling Center
600 Landfill Rd, Hutto, TX 78634
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave extra bags of trash next to my cart in Brushy Creek?
Yes. Brushy Creek residents can place up to six additional bags or tied bundles next to their TDS trash cart every week at no extra cost. However, the bags will not be collected if the primary trash cart is not at the curb.
How do I schedule a bulk item pickup?
Residents are allowed two free bulk pickups per year, which occur on Saturdays. You must fill out the online Bulk Item Pick Up Request Form on the MUD website or call TDS by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday to schedule a pickup for that Saturday.
What are the rules for picking up moving boxes or cardboard?
Cardboard must be broken down and placed inside the recycling cart. If you have excess, you are allowed to place exactly one bundle (containing up to 10 flattened boxes) next to the recycling cart, provided it is securely tied with twine or tape.
Will TDS pick up my old refrigerator?
Yes, appliances can be included in your scheduled Saturday bulk pickup. However, if the appliance contained refrigerant (Freon), it must be professionally removed beforehand, and you must provide written certification from a licensed technician.