Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Crowley
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.
Green Cart or Bags Bin (Trash)
Must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. Bags or bins must not weigh more than 50 lbs each.
Accepted Items
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Clothing
- ✓Bottles and cans
- ✓Small yard waste bags (up to 6 bags of leaves)
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Place at the curb by 7:00 a.m. exclusively on Wednesdays. The cart must contain only approved, unbagged recyclable materials.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and metal food cans
- ✓#1-7 plastics (excluding motor oil bottles)
- ✓Newspaper and magazines
- ✓Paper bags and cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Scrap metal
- ✕Plate glass, windows, or mirrors
- ✕Large plastic buckets
- ✕Petroleum or motor oil bottles
- ✕Wet paper
- ✕Household trash
Yard Waste Bin
Leaves are limited to 6 bags per regular pickup (50 lb max each). Brush must be tied, bundled under 4 feet, and weigh no more than 50 lbs.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Weeds
- ✓Bundled brush (up to 48 inches by 24 inches)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
First and third Wednesday (Mon/Thu routes); Second and fourth Wednesday (Tue/Fri routes)
Placement
Must be placed in front or on the side of the residence within 5 feet of the roadway/curb, 4 feet from stationary objects (mailboxes, cars), and not under overhanging trees or power lines.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Dishwashers and washing machines
- ✓ Water heaters
- ✓ Small printers
- ✓ Bundled brush (under 4 feet)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste (chemicals, paint)
- ✕ Computer towers and televisions
- ✕ Asbestos
- ✕ Unbundled brush
Standard bulk service is included in the residential utility rate. For amounts exceeding the 2 cubic yard limit, residents may face refusal of pickup or require a special arrangement with Waste Connections.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Connections typically shifts residential collection by one day for major holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Non-major holidays usually retain their normal service schedules.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and brush collections falling on a holiday Wednesday may be rescheduled to the following week. Always consult the Crowley City Calendar to confirm.
If a major holiday falls on a weekend, standard weekday service routes are generally unaffected.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Carts Dedicated
Do not use the blue Waste Connections cart for your household garbage or yard clippings. Crews are instructed to leave blue carts unemptied if they contain non-recyclable materials or are set out on regular trash days.
Prepare Refrigerators Properly
If you are setting out an old refrigerator or freezer for bulk collection, you must attach a certification report proving a licensed technician has safely removed the CFCs (Freon).
Secure Lightweight Recyclables
Crowley's strong Texas winds can easily blow loose paper and cardboard down the street. Always ensure newspapers and magazines are placed at the bottom of the bin or secured underneath heavier recyclables so they do not fly away.
Seasonal Information
Fall
October to DecemberWhen bagging fallen leaves in autumn, keep in mind that Waste Connections enforces a strict limit of six bags of leaves per regular collection day, and each bag must weigh under 50 pounds.
Spring
March to MaySpring storm season in Tarrant County often results in downed branches. Prepare these for your designated bulk Wednesday collection by cutting limbs under four feet and bundling them neatly.
Summer
June to AugustIf you are taking advantage of your Free Dump Day at Turkey Creek Landfill for summer renovation debris, remember that safety gear, including hard hats and safety vests, is strictly required on-site regardless of the intense Texas heat.
About Crowley Waste Management
Comprehensive Waste Services with Waste Connections
The City of Crowley partners directly with Waste Connections to manage residential solid waste and recycling. To ensure your bins are serviced efficiently, all standard trash and blue recycling carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection day. Note that commercial businesses are not included in this municipal contract and must independently arrange for private waste collection services.
Zoned Trash Collection Days
Trash pickup in Crowley is determined by specific neighborhood zones, resulting in twice-weekly service for standard garbage. Depending on your street's location, regular garbage is collected either on a Monday/Thursday schedule or a Tuesday/Friday schedule. If you are a new resident or are simply unsure of your assigned zone, the city's utility page provides an interactive street map to verify your service days.
Wednesday is Dedicated to Recycling
While household trash is collected twice a week, residential recycling is unified across the entire city and exclusively collected on Wednesdays. Residents must utilize the official blue carts provided by Waste Connections for all recyclables. It is important to note that sanitation crews are strictly instructed to reject blue carts if they contain regular household garbage or if they are mistakenly placed out on non-recycling days.
Bimonthly Bulk Waste and Brush Guidelines
Bulk trash is collected twice a month on Wednesdays, staggered based on your regular trash route. Monday/Thursday routes have bulk pickup on the first and third Wednesdays, while Tuesday/Friday routes receive bulk service on the second and fourth Wednesdays. Brush and tree limbs must be cut to four feet or less, tied in manageable bundles, and weigh under 50 pounds per bundle to be accepted.
Crowley's Free Dump Day Perks
Beyond regular curbside service, Crowley residents are entitled to two complimentary dumps per year at the Turkey Creek Landfill located nearby in Alvarado. Homeowners can dispose of up to one ton of acceptable materials per visit, such as fencing, yard waste, and DIY construction debris. You must bring your current Crowley water bill and a matching ID, and all visitors must wear a hard hat and safety vest on the landfill premises.
Drop-off Facilities
Turkey Creek Landfill
9100 South I-35, Alvarado, TX 76009
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I put my trash and recycling out in Crowley?
Both standard household garbage bags/cans and blue recycling carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection day. Waste Connections trucks run routes between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
When are the bulk waste pickup days in my neighborhood?
Bulk pickup is determined by your regular garbage schedule. If your trash days are Monday and Thursday, your bulk days are the first and third Wednesday of each month. If your trash days are Tuesday and Friday, bulk is picked up on the second and fourth Wednesday.
How do I dispose of construction debris from a home project?
Construction and demolition waste is not accepted in curbside bulk pickup. However, Crowley residents can use their two annual free dumps (up to 1 ton each) at the Turkey Creek Landfill in Alvarado by showing a current Crowley water bill and matching ID.
Can I put yard clippings and leaves out with my regular trash?
Yes, you can place up to 6 bags of leaves or grass out with your regular garbage, provided each bag weighs less than 50 pounds. For larger branches, you must cut them to 4 feet, bundle them, and wait for your scheduled bulk Wednesday collection.