Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Marshall
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.
Blue cart (black lid) or Green City cart Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be tied in plastic bags before being placed in the cart. Bags left on top or beside carts will not be collected. Place carts at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with 2 feet of clearance on all sides.
Accepted Items
- ✓Securely bagged household garbage
- ✓Everyday non-recyclable waste
- ✓Food wrappers and scraps
Blue or Green cart (designated for recycling) Bin (Recycling)
Items should be placed loosely in the recycling cart, never bagged. Place the cart out by 7:00 a.m. on your designated recycling day (Wednesday or Friday) with at least 2 feet of clearance.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastics (check local guidelines for accepted numbers)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Glass bottles
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste is collected as part of the weekly Thursday bulk pickup. Limbs and bagged leaves must be requested by calling Republic Services by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Cut limbs and branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on Thursdays (By Request Only)
Placement
Items must be placed at the curb (not in the street) and kept clear of low-hanging wires, mailboxes, and parked cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Bagged leaves
- ✓ Broken furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Tree limbs
Not Accepted
- ✕ Air conditioners (or items with freon)
- ✕ Dirt, rock, brick, and concrete
- ✕ Liquids, gas, oil, or wet paint
- ✕ Tires and car batteries
- ✕ Roofing materials
Bulk pickup is provided at no extra cost to residential customers, but you MUST call 903-986-5324 by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday to secure your Thursday pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled pickup day falls on or after an observed holiday, collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week (e.g., Thursday pickups move to Friday, Friday pickups move to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk yard waste collections scheduled for Thursdays will also be pushed to Friday during weeks with major holidays like Thanksgiving.
For minor holidays such as Good Friday, Republic Services and the City of Marshall typically run garbage and recycling collection on the normal, uninterrupted schedule.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Never Leave Loose Bags Beside the Cart
Republic Services utilizes automated truck arms to empty the bins in Marshall. Any extra bags left sitting on the ground next to or on top of your cart will be left behind by the drivers.
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Recycling
While regular garbage must be bagged, recyclables must be placed loosely into the cart. Plastic trash bags and grocery bags wrap around the sorting equipment at the recycling facility, causing dangerous mechanical jams.
Space Out Your Carts
When placing both your trash and recycling carts out on the curb, ensure there is a minimum of two feet of space between them. Placing them too close together prevents the automated claw from gripping the cart properly.
Seasonal Information
Spring Cleaning
March to MayTake advantage of the City Convenience Station's quarterly 'Free Disposal Days.' Typically, one of these events falls in late April, perfect for dropping off old furniture or small appliances cleared out during spring cleaning.
Fall Leaf Collection
October to DecemberAs leaves begin to fall, remember that you can schedule a bulk pickup for bagged leaves every Thursday. Simply call Republic Services by Tuesday evening to have them hauled away at no extra cost.
Winter Holiday Delays
November to JanuaryMajor holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day often push the garbage schedule back by one day. For instance, if Christmas falls on a Wednesday, Wednesday routes will run on Thursday, and Friday routes will run on Saturday.
About Marshall Waste Management
Republic Services Manages Marshall's Curbside Collection
The City of Marshall partners exclusively with Republic Services for residential and commercial solid waste collection. Residential households are provided with a 96-gallon rolling cart—either a blue Republic Services cart with a black lid or a green City of Marshall cart. Standard service includes one weekly garbage pickup and one weekly recycling pickup, all conveniently billed through the sanitation portion of your municipal water bill.
Mid-Week and Friday Recycling Routes
Marshall’s recycling schedule operates slightly differently depending on your designated trash day. For households that have their standard garbage collected on Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday, recycling is universally picked up on Wednesdays. However, if your standard household garbage day falls on a Friday (specifically addresses south of Pinecrest Drive and west of Highway 59), your recycling is also collected on that same Friday.
Recycling Continues Despite Facility Challenges
Despite the devastating June 2023 fire at the regional Rivers Recycling facility in Kilgore, Marshall remains committed to environmental sustainability. Republic Services continues to collect curbside recycling for all enrolled residents. To ensure successful collection by the automated truck arms, homeowners must remember to place their recycling carts at least two feet away from their trash carts and any other obstacles.
Free Weekly Bulk Pickups on Thursdays
Unlike some municipalities that only offer bulky item collection a few times a year, Marshall provides free bulk waste service every single Thursday. This service covers heavy items like broken furniture, mattresses, and yard debris like bagged leaves or limbs. However, this is strictly a by-request service. Residents must call Republic Services at 903-986-5324 no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday to guarantee a spot on the Thursday route.
Utilizing the Five Notch Road Convenience Station
For times when you have excess waste that cannot wait for the Thursday bulk pickup, Marshall residents can utilize the City Convenience Station located at 2300 Five Notch Road. Four times a year, the city hosts 'Free Disposal Days' at this site to encourage neighborhood beautification. Residents can obtain two free passes annually from the Water Billing office at City Hall by providing proof of residency via their water bill.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Marshall Convenience Station
2300 Five Notch Road, Marshall, TX 75672
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Marshall, TX?
Bulk pickup for large items like furniture, mattresses, and bagged leaves happens every Thursday. However, you must call Republic Services at 903-986-5324 no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday to request the service for that week.
Did Marshall stop recycling after the Kilgore facility fire?
No. Despite the fire at the Rivers Recycling facility in June 2023, Republic Services continues to collect curbside recycling for Marshall residents on their regularly scheduled Wednesdays or Fridays.
Where can I drop off extra trash myself?
Marshall residents can take general household items, furniture, and small appliances to the City Convenience Station located at 2300 Five Notch Road. Proof of residency (like a water bill) is required, and hazardous materials or construction debris are not accepted.
What happens if a holiday falls on my trash day?
For major holidays like New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, your pickup will be delayed by one day. If the holiday is on a Wednesday, Wednesday routes are picked up Thursday, Thursday on Friday, and Friday on Saturday.