Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Sherman
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.
Brown or Green municipal rolling cart Bin (Trash)
All waste must be securely bagged and contained inside the cart with the lid completely shut. Set carts out by 7:00 AM on pickup day. Maintain a 50 lb weight limit and 3-foot clearance from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged domestic household waste
- ✓Non-recyclable food packaging
- ✓Compacted kitchen refuse
- ✓Small non-hazardous household items
Dedicated drop-off bins at East Street Facility Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be pre-sorted, clean, and brought to the East Street Drop-Off Facility at 811 S E Street during open operational hours.
Accepted Items
- ✓Presorted corrugated cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel/tin cans
- ✓Clean glass jars and bottles
- ✓#1 and #2 plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic shopping bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam containers
- ✕Soiled food packaging or pizza boxes
- ✕Hazardous chemical containers
Yard Waste Bin
Brush must be stacked neatly at the curb in a distinct pile separate from bulk items, unbound and free of root balls, dirt, or bagged trash. Schedule pickup through the on-call program.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree limbs up to 12 inches in diameter and 6 feet in length
- ✓Wooded shrubbery and tree trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Monthly on-call service (1 collection per month per active residential account)
Placement
Place bulk items and brush at the curb in two separate piles at least 3 feet away from mailboxes, carts, trees, and utility poles, 20 feet from vehicles, and clear of overhead wires.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas, tables, chairs, and household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Carpet rolls and scrap lumber
- ✓ Bagged or boxed non-hazardous excess trash
- ✓ Appliances with certified Freon removal tags
- ✓ Boxed or bagged glass items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Automotive tires and lead-acid batteries
- ✕ Fluorescent light bulbs and ballasts
- ✕ Concrete, rocks, dirt, shingles, and construction rubble
- ✕ Railroad crossties
- ✕ Liquid waste and household chemical products
- ✕ Tree stumps and root balls
Covered under standard residential utility rates for 1 monthly pick-up. Extra paid pickups can be scheduled for $21 per cubic yard ($84 minimum charge).
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Standard trash service operates as normal on most minor holidays. On major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, services shift to adjacent days (e.g., Thanksgiving Thursday routes run on Wednesday).
Yard Waste Exception
On-call bulk waste and brush collections are paused on official city holidays and resume on the next regular business day.
Verify precise holiday collection shifts on the official City of Sherman website or by calling 903-892-7261.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Flatten Boxes for East Street Recycling
When bringing paper and cardboard to the 811 S E Street drop-off facility, collapse boxes completely and remove tape, plastic film, or styrofoam inserts to prevent batch contamination.
Keep Brush and Bulk In Separate Piles
Always stack tree branches in a separate curbside pile from furniture or appliances. Mixed piles cannot be processed by city wood-chipping equipment.
Bag Refuse to Protect Against Wind
Enclose all household trash inside heavy-duty tied bags before placing them in your cart. Loose trash can scatter during automated mechanical arm dumping on windy days.
Seasonal Information
Spring Weather & Storm Cleanup
March - MaySpring severe weather in North Texas often leaves downed tree branches. Take advantage of Sherman's 10-cubic-yard brush pickup allowance [1.1.2] and watch for TCOG's annual May Household Hazardous Waste event.
Fall Leaf & Yard Maintenance
October - NovemberAutumn yard cleanups generate extra brush volume. Ensure tree limbs stay under 12 inches in diameter and 6 feet long, maintaining 3-foot clearances from mailboxes and light poles.
Winter Holiday Shifts
December - JanuaryHoliday waste increases noticeably over winter. While minor holidays don't interrupt collection, major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas alter schedules with collections moving to adjacent days.
About Sherman Waste Management
Municipal Solid Waste Management in Sherman, Texas
The City of Sherman Solid Waste & Recycling Department directly manages automated curbside trash collection for local households, maintaining public health and clean neighborhoods across Grayson County. Residential accounts receive weekly refuse pickup using city-provided rolling carts engineered for automated truck arm collection.
Sherman's On-Call Monthly Bulk and Brush Program
Sherman operates an on-call reservation system for residential bulky waste and brush pickup. Each active municipal utility household is entitled to one pickup per month containing up to 5 cubic yards of bulk waste and 10 cubic yards of brush. Once items are set out at the curb, residents must request collection through the city's mobile app, website, or by calling 903-892-7777.
Community Recycling via the East Street Drop-Off Station
Rather than single-stream curbside collection, Sherman provides a centralized recycling drop-off point at the East Street Collection Facility located at 811 S E Street. Local residents can drop off pre-sorted cardboard, paper, glass jars, and metal cans free of charge during scheduled operating hours.
Curbside Cart Placement and Space Clearances
To ensure efficient mechanical cart emptying, containers must be placed at the curb by 7:00 AM on service days. Carts should sit within one foot of the street edge with handles pointing toward the home, maintaining at least three feet of space around the cart and twenty feet from parked vehicles or obstacles.
Hazardous Materials and Annual Specialized Disposal Events
Household chemicals, paints, pesticides, and electronics are strictly banned from weekly trash carts. Sherman coordinates with the Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG) to hold annual Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off events, giving residents a safe channel for disposing of hazardous domestic items.
Drop-off Facilities
City of Sherman Drop-Off Station
811 S E Street, Sherman, TX 75091
Materials Accepted
WM - Hillside Landfill
2210 Citizen Drive, Sherman, TX 75090
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule a monthly bulk trash or brush pickup in Sherman, TX?
Place your bulk waste (up to 5 cubic yards) and brush (up to 10 cubic yards) at the curb in two separate piles [1.1.2]. Then, submit a pickup request using the Sherman app, the city website, or by calling 903-892-7777.
Where can I drop off recyclables in Sherman?
Sherman residents can drop off presorted paper, cardboard, glass, and metal cans for free at the City Drop-Off Station at 811 S E Street on Tuesdays and Thursdays (12 PM - 5 PM) or Saturdays (10 AM - 3 PM).
What time should I put my trash cart out on collection day?
Roll your cart to the curb by 7:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day. Position the wheels toward your home, keeping at least 3 feet of clearance from mailboxes and 20 feet from parked cars.
Can I put refrigerators or air conditioners out for bulk pickup?
Yes, appliances containing Freon are accepted through bulk pickup or drop-off only after Freon has been removed and certified with an official tag by a licensed technician.