Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Nacogdoches
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly on assigned weekday routes (Monday through Friday) depending on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
No curbside recycling service; drop-off recycling is available at designated community locations including the City Landfill and C.L. Simon Recreation Center.
Yard Waste
Bagged yard waste is picked up on a rotating basis following regular trash routes, while loose brush and tree limbs are collected on a rotating 22-zone cycle every 2 to 4 weeks.
Set Out Time
Between 6:00 PM the evening prior and 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Sanitation charges are bundled directly onto your monthly municipal water bill. Showing a current City of Nacogdoches water bill allows residents one free truckload of trash per month and unlimited brush disposal at the City Landfill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Phone, Automatic Bank Draft, 24-Hour Kiosk, In-Person, Mail, Alternate Local Retail Pay Stations
City-issued Roll Cart Bin (Trash)
Trash must fit completely inside the provided roll cart. Carts must be set out by 7:00 AM on collection day with the handle facing the house. Do not place rocks, concrete, building materials, dead animals, or metal objects inside the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Normal household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable paper and plastics
- ✓Christmas wrapping paper
No Curbside Recycling (Drop-Off Only) Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is exclusively drop-off. Cardboard must be flattened and completely free of packing material or styrofoam peanuts before being placed in the drop-off bins.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (at C.L. Simon Recreation Center or Landfill)
- ✓Aluminum cans (at Animal Adoption Center)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Christmas wrapping paper
- ✕Household garbage
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
Yard Waste Bin
Bagged leaves are collected on the same day as regular garbage. Loose limbs and brush are collected by a specialized rotating brush truck on a zoned schedule. Never place branches or limbs inside your regular garbage cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged leaves
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
No Curbside Bulk Service (Self-Haul to Landfill Required)
Placement
Do not leave furniture or appliances by your garbage cart. They will not be picked up by the automated trucks and may result in a code violation if left on the curb indefinitely.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ White goods (appliances)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household junk
Not Accepted
- ✕ Car batteries
- ✕ Liquid paint
- ✕ Hazardous waste
Residents who present a current City of Nacogdoches water bill and matching ID are entitled to ONE free household garbage/bulk dump per month at the landfill.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Sanitation collections do not operate on major city-observed holidays. If your scheduled pickup day falls on the holiday, services for the remainder of that week will be delayed by one day (e.g., Friday pickups will shift to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
The rotating brush trucks pause operations on city holidays, which may slightly extend the cycle time for them to reach subsequent zones.
The Nacogdoches City Landfill is also closed on these major observed holidays.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryAfter the holidays, you can place your bare Christmas tree at the curb. Ensure all lights, ornaments, and tinsel are fully removed. The city's brush truck will collect it during its normal rounds and deliver it to Angelina BioMass for recycling.
Spring
March - MayFollowing intense East Texas spring storms, brush volumes skyrocket. If you have a massive amount of downed limbs and do not want to wait for the rotating brush truck to reach your zone, remember you can haul yard debris to the City Landfill for unlimited free dumps with a water bill.
Summer
June - AugustHigh summer heat requires extra vigilance with your household garbage. Never place liquid paints or corrosive chemicals into your cart. Aside from being a code violation, these materials can combust or create hazardous conditions in the sweltering temperatures.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans into Cash Right Here in Nacogdoches?
While Nacogdoches doesn't have a dedicated buyback center specifically mentioned for cans and bottles, Texas does have a "Cash for Recyclables" program. This means you can often get a small amount back for aluminum cans and plastic bottles, especially at larger recycling facilities or scrap yards. It's worth a quick call to local scrap metal yards in the Nacogdoches area to see if they accept these items for their redemption value. Every little bit helps, right?
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in the Piney Woods
Before you toss those usable items, think about a local donation! Your pre-loved furniture, clothing, or household goods could be a real blessing to folks in Nacogdoches. Check out places like the Salvation Army Family Store or Goodwill. These organizations do a fantastic job of getting items into the hands of those who need them most. It's a win-win: you declutter, and someone else gets what they need.
Keeping Nacogdoches Beautiful: Tackling Litter Together
Nobody likes seeing trash where it shouldn't be. If you ever see illegal dumping happening in or around Nacogdoches, the best thing to do is report it to the city or county authorities. They have systems in place to deal with it. Keep an eye out for community clean-up events too! Often, local groups or the city will organize days to spruce up parks and public areas. Participating is a great way to meet neighbors and make a visible difference.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Nacogdoches Landfill
4602 NW Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75961
Materials Accepted
C.L. Simon Recreation Center (Recycling Drop-Off)
1112 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the City of Nacogdoches provide curbside recycling bins?
No, the city does not currently offer residential curbside recycling. Residents who wish to recycle must drop off their materials at designated locations around town, such as the C.L. Simon Recreation Center for cardboard or the Animal Adoption Center for aluminum cans.
How do I throw away an old couch or mattress in Nacogdoches?
The city does not provide curbside pick-up for large furniture or appliances. You must haul these bulky items directly to the City Landfill located on NW Stallings Drive. If you bring a current copy of your city water bill and ID, you can use your one free monthly dump for this.
When is my brush and limb pickup day?
There is no specific weekly day for brush collection. Nacogdoches uses a rotating 22-zone system for brush and limbs. The specialized truck cycles through the city continuously. You can check the Public Works website to see which zone the crews are currently servicing.
Can I put my bagged lawn clippings and leaves in my regular garbage?
Yes, bagged leaves and lawn clippings can be placed at the curb. According to city guidelines, bagged leaves are typically picked up on the same day as your regular household garbage service. However, large woody branches must be left unbagged for the rotating brush truck.