Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Steiner Ranch
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.
Provided 96-Gallon Cart Bin (Trash)
Place your 96-gallon cart at the curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. You may also set out up to 3 extra bags or bundles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Provided 65-Gallon Cart Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables in the same cart (no sorting required). Rinse all food wastes from containers and ensure newspapers are kept dry. Place the cart 2 feet away from your trash bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paper (must be dry)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastics #1-#7
Do NOT Include
- ✕Food-soiled materials
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glass (check current hauler updates for restrictions)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste can be disposed of using your 3-bag or bundle weekly allowance. Bundles must be securely tied and manageable in size.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tied bundles of brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly with regular collection
Placement
Place bulky items at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your normal trash day. Do not block the sidewalk or place items against the rolling carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Up to 3 bags or bundles of yard waste
- ✓ Standard household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Appliances containing freon (unless certified evacuated)
Standard bulk and up to 3 bags/bundles are included in the WCID No. 17 solid waste fee. Additional carts are available for an extra monthly charge.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
These three specific holidays cause the trash and recycling service to slide one day later for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
The delayed holiday schedule applies to all curbside collections, including bulk items and yard waste bundles.
Service occurs completely as normal on all other minor and federal holidays not explicitly listed.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Your Paper and Cardboard Dry
Moisture ruins the recycling value of paper and cardboard. Always ensure the lid on your 65-gallon recycling cart is completely closed to protect your recyclables from morning dew and rain.
Rinse Out All Food Waste
Waste Connections strictly requires that all food residue be rinsed from your containers before tossing them in the recycling cart. A single unrinsed jar can contaminate an entire batch of clean recyclables.
Maintain a Two-Foot Clearance
The collection trucks use automated arms to lift your bins. You must place your recycling cart at least two feet away from your trash cart, mailboxes, and parked cars to prevent accidental damage or missed pickups.
Seasonal Information
Winter Holidays
November to JanuaryWaste Connections runs year-round service but observes Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your pickup falls on or after these holidays, your service will slide one day later for that week.
Spring and Fall Landscaping
March to May & September to NovemberDuring peak lawn care seasons, take advantage of the weekly allowance of 3 extra bags or brush bundles. If you have a massive landscaping project, you may need to stagger your disposal over a few weeks.
Summer Heat Precautions
June to AugustTexas summers can cause household garbage to emit strong odors rapidly. Always bag your regular trash securely before placing it inside the 96-gallon cart, and keep the lid tightly shut to deter pests.
About Steiner Ranch Waste Management
WCID No. 17 and Waste Connections Partnership
Residents of Steiner Ranch receive their utilities, including solid waste and recycling services, through Travis County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) No. 17. The district partners exclusively with Waste Connections, Inc. to provide a low-cost, comprehensive curbside collection program. This consolidated utility billing simplifies the process for homeowners while ensuring consistent neighborhood cleanliness.
Weekly Allowance for Extra Bags and Bundles
Steiner Ranch properties are known for their beautiful landscaping, which often generates excess yard waste. To accommodate this, Waste Connections allows residents to place up to three extra bags or tied bundles of yard trimmings and refuse alongside their standard 96-gallon trash cart every single week without having to schedule a special pickup.
House-Side Collection for Physically Challenged Residents
Ensuring that all community members have reliable access to sanitation services, WCID No. 17 offers a special house-side collection program. Residents who are physically challenged or have a disability that prevents them from moving heavy carts to the curb can request this assistance. It requires prior approval directly from the WCID No. 17 General Manager.
Simultaneous But Separate Fleet Collections
On your designated collection day in Steiner Ranch, you will notice multiple trucks passing through the neighborhood. Trash and single-stream recycling are collected on the exact same day by Waste Connections, but they utilize entirely separate trucks. Homeowners must ensure their 96-gallon trash cart and 65-gallon recycling cart are both out by 7:00 a.m. and spaced adequately apart.
Drop-off Facilities
Austin Recycle and Reuse Drop-off Center
2514 Business Center Dr, Austin, TX 78744
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash service in Steiner Ranch?
Trash and recycling services for Steiner Ranch are managed by Travis County WCID No. 17, which subcontracts the physical collection to Waste Connections, Inc.
Can I put extra bags of trash or yard waste next to my cart?
Yes. Waste Connections allows Steiner Ranch residents to place up to 3 extra bags or tied bundles at the curbside next to the 96-gallon trash cart on their regular weekly collection day.
What should I do if I am physically unable to move my trash cart?
WCID No. 17 offers a special house-side collection service for residents who are physically challenged or disabled. You must request this service and receive direct approval from the WCID No. 17 General Manager.
Does my trash schedule change for the holidays?
Your schedule will only change for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your collection day falls on or after one of these three holidays, your pickup will be delayed by one day.