Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Deer Park
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.
No bins allowed (Heavy-duty bags only) Bin (Trash)
All rubbish must be placed in a securely tied garbage bag. The city explicitly states they will not pick up trash that is inside a trashcan of any type. Place bags at the curbside by 8:00 a.m. on your scheduled days (Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri).
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and packaging
Drop-off Only (No curbside bins) Bin (Recycling)
Take clean, single-stream recyclables to the Transfer Station at 610 Old Underwood Road. Do not bag your recyclables; place them loosely into the designated collection bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspaper, junk mail, and magazines
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Aluminum and steel tin cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass bottles and jars
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) cups/containers
- ✕Food waste and greasy pizza boxes
Yard Waste Bin
Small yard waste can be bagged with regular household trash. Heavy tree limbs must be cut to 4 feet or shorter, under 6 inches in diameter, and stacked neatly behind the curb for the Wednesday heavy trash collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs and branches
- ✓Bagged yard clippings
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on Wednesdays
Placement
Place heavy trash neatly behind the curb line by 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Do not block sidewalks, fire hydrants, or storm drains.
Accepted
- ✓ Yard trash and bundled tree limbs
- ✓ Broken toys and small pieces of furniture
- ✓ Household appliances (doors removed or secured)
- ✓ Lawnmowers (gas tanks must be removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Debris generated by private contracted jobs
- ✕ Large automotive parts
- ✕ Solvents and flammable liquids
- ✕ Items placed inside a personal trash can
Weekly heavy trash removal is a standard service included for all Deer Park residential accounts at no additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
There is no curbside trash collection on official city holidays. The city typically posts specific alternate collection arrangements for affected routes on its website and local social media channels.
Yard Waste Exception
Wednesday heavy trash collection may also be affected if a holiday falls mid-week. However, the Transfer Station typically remains open on Saturdays before and after holidays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Always refer to the official Deer Park holiday calendar, as they observe several multi-day holidays (like Thanksgiving and Christmas) which heavily impact standard routing.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
How to Throw Away a Trash Can
Because the city strictly ignores any trash placed inside a personal garbage can, if you actually want to throw away an old, cracked plastic or metal bin, you must securely tape a highly visible sign to it that reads 'Discard Trash Can.'
Keep Medical Sharps Contained
Deer Park sanitation workers manually load bags into the garbage trucks. Never throw loose medical syringes or needles into your garbage bags, as they pose a severe puncture risk. Always place sharps in a heavily taped, puncture-proof plastic container.
No Liquids at the Depository
The City Depository is fantastic for dumping old furniture and electronics, but they strictly prohibit any flammable liquids, solvents, or wet paints. Soak up leftover latex paint with kitty litter until it turns solid before disposing of it.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayTaking advantage of the pleasant spring weather to trim your oak trees? Ensure all branches are cut to a maximum of four feet in length and neatly stacked at the curb for your Wednesday heavy pickup. Avoid placing piles near parked cars or mailboxes.
Summer
June - AugustThe intense Texas summer heat can rapidly cause bagged garbage to smell and attract stray animals or pests. Keep your trash bags indoors or in a secure garage until the morning of your collection day to prevent animals from tearing them open overnight.
Winter
December - FebruaryDuring the holiday season, remember that the City of Deer Park suspends trash collection on Thanksgiving Thursday/Friday, as well as Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Accumulating holiday cardboard should be taken directly to the recycling drop-off.
About Deer Park Waste Management
Deer Park's Strict Bagged-Trash-Only Policy
Unlike most Texas municipalities that issue large rolling polycarts for automated collection, the City of Deer Park operates a strictly manual, bagged-trash collection system. Residents must place their household rubbish securely inside garbage bags directly at the curb. The Sanitation Division explicitly prohibits the use of personal trash cans; any garbage placed inside a plastic or metal bin will not be collected by the crews.
Weekly Heavy Trash Pickups on Wednesdays
A major point of pride for Deer Park's Public Works department is its weekly heavy trash service. While many neighboring cities restrict bulk pickup to once a month or even quarterly, Deer Park residents can set out large bulky items every single Wednesday. The city will collect small furniture, appliances, and neatly stacked brush, provided it is placed at the curb by 8:00 a.m.
Single-Stream Recycling at the Transfer Station
The City of Deer Park does not currently offer curbside recycling routes. Instead, the city encourages local sustainability through a convenient single-stream recycling drop-off located at the Transfer Station on Old Underwood Road. Residents can bring their flattened cardboard, paper, metal cans, and clean plastic bottles to the large communal bins without having to sort the materials beforehand.
Saturday Access to the City Depository
If you happen to miss the Wednesday heavy trash collection or have excess materials from a weekend home renovation project, the City Depository is available every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Deer Park residents can use this facility completely free of charge to discard old fencing, electronics, and broken furniture. You must simply present a valid driver's license and a current utility bill to the attendant as proof of residency.
Disposing of Appliances and Lawnmowers Safely
When setting out old household appliances or lawn equipment for the Wednesday heavy trash pickup or bringing them to the Transfer Station, community safety is a top priority. Refrigerator and freezer doors must be completely removed or securely taped and tied shut to prevent children from becoming trapped inside. For old lawnmowers and weed eaters, the gas tanks must be completely removed prior to disposal to prevent dangerous fire hazards.
Drop-off Facilities
Deer Park Transfer Station / City Depository
610 Old Underwood Road, Deer Park, TX 77536
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't the city empty my garbage can?
Deer Park operates a bagged-only trash service. Sanitation crews are instructed not to empty or collect any garbage that is placed inside a plastic or metal trash can. All trash must be in a tied bag at the curb.
When is heavy trash picked up in Deer Park?
Heavy trash and brush are collected every Wednesday. Items must be at the curb by 8:00 a.m. If the volume of bulk waste is extremely high across the city, trucks may continue picking up items through Friday.
Does Deer Park have curbside recycling bins?
No, the city does not offer curbside recycling. However, residents can take advantage of the free single-stream recycling drop-off bins located at the Transfer Station on Old Underwood Road during the week and on Saturdays.
How do I throw away a broken lawnmower or weed eater?
You can set old lawnmowers out for the Wednesday heavy trash collection or bring them directly to the Saturday City Depository, but the gas tank must be completely removed first to prevent dangerous fire hazards in the trucks.