SWDA Huntsville

We manage the solid waste disposal for the cities of Huntsville, Madison & Madison County including household hazardous waste & recycling programs.

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Need a place to toss your Christmas tree after the holidays? 🎄

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There is no recycling pickup today due to the holiday. The rest of the week will be on a one-day delay. Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!

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Monday, November 6th – 1st Monday routes today.

Please report misses greater than 2 days via email to [email protected]. If email is not an option, we can also be reached at 256-801-2278(CART).

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REMINDER: No clothes, shoes, or hangers please!

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Thursday, September 28th – 4th Thursday routes begin today. Please allow one additional day for collection as 4th Thursday will not be completely finished until Friday, 9/29.

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Reuse old papers, cardboard, toilet and paper towel rolls, and other waste products in your next crafts activity!

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Don't forget to check your recycling schedule and make sure your lid is closed to prevent water from getting into your cart. Thank you!

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Your aerosol cans are NOT recyclable in your blue cart! Bring them to one of our Household Hazardous Waste collection events!

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September 1, 2023 - 1st Friday is this upcoming Friday and will run on a regular schedule. For next week, 1st Tuesday through 1st Thursday AND 2nd Friday collections, there will be on a ONE DAY DELAY due to the Labor Day holiday. (NO ROUTES RUNNING on Labor Day, September 4)

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Thursday, August 31st – No scheduled routes today. Reported misses are being collected as quickly as possible.

Tomorrow - Friday, September 1st - First Friday routes.

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We see this one a lot! All of your recyclables should be placed loose in your cart. Don't bag them up!

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Monday, August 7th – ONE DAY DELAY – Collecting 1st Friday routes today, and will start 1st Monday tomorrow. Place carts out for collection on your normal collection day. Report misses greater than 2 days via email to [email protected].

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Don't forget that wide mouth plastic containers like sour cream, yogurt, or margarine are not recyclable in your cart! Instead, try rinsing and reusing them for food storage! #ThrowItAwayThursday

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Monday, July 31 – Collections are taking place on 4th Thursday and 4th Friday routes and 3rd Thursday reported missed routes.
Any reported misses are being collected as quickly as possible.
Tomorrow – 1st Tuesday routes will begin, so please have your carts out by 7:00 a.m.

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Thursday, July 27 – 4th Thursday and 4th Friday routes may be delayed by one to two work days, but all delayed collections should be complete by Monday, July 31. PLEASE GO AHEAD AND PLACE YOUR CART OUT ON YOUR REGULAR COLLECTION DAY.

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Summer barbecues and cookouts are in full swing! If you have old unburned charcoal that you need to get rid of, bring it into the Household Hazardous Waste facility. Otherwise, you can simply toss out your charcoal once it has cooled for up to 48 hours.

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Recycling contamination is a nationwide issue! Here are tips to help you avoid contamination and improve your recycling ➡️ https://t.co/lYctvODVgn

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Recycling is not the only way to make an impact! Give your used items a second life by donating them or giving them away to a friend.

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We apologize for the delay.
Thursday, July 20 – Finishing 3rd Wednesday and starting portions of 3rd Thursday.
Friday, July 21 – Finishing 3rd Thursday and starting portions of 3rd Friday.
Saturday, July 22 – Finishing any remaining 3rd Thursday or 3rd Friday collections.

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Don't drop your old batteries in the recycling bin! Batteries are NOT recyclable. However, you can take them to the Household Hazardous Waste facility to safely dispose of them.