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Maintaining a clean and efficient community starts with reliable trash and recycling services. The Town of Clay provides residents with a comprehensive waste collection system designed to keep neighborhoods clean, organized, and environmentally responsible.
Reference: Official Town of Clay Trash & Recyclable Collection Page
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Clay
The Town of Clay’s trash collection is managed by Butler Disposal Systems, with a structured district-based pickup schedule:
- Monday: Districts 3 & 5
- Tuesday: District 7
- Wednesday: Districts 1, 4, & 6
- Thursday: District 2
- Friday: District 8
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Residents must adhere to specific guidelines for successful waste collection:
- Collection hours: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on designated pickup days
- Containers must be placed outside road pavement before 6:00 a.m.
- Use covered rigid plastic or metal containers
- Maximum container weight: 75 pounds
- Plastic bags must be contained in rigid containers
Recycling Services
Key recycling details:
- Use blue bins for recyclable materials
- Blue bins available at the Highway Department (one per resident)
- Secure recyclables on windy days
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Limitations on bulk items:
- Wood scraps: Must be bundled
- Maximum length: 3 feet
- Maximum weight: 25 pounds
- One wood bundle per household per week
What Won’t Be Collected
The following items are NOT accepted in regular trash collection:
- Brush
- Leaves
- Grass clippings
- Construction materials
- Furniture
- Carpet
- Appliances
- Tires
- Batteries
- Auto parts
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Butler Disposal recognizes six major holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
No pickup delays occur if holidays fall on weekends.
How to Request Services
Contact Information:
- Butler Disposal Systems: (315) 342-0832
- Email: [email protected]
- Town Supervisor’s Office: (315) 652-3800 ext. 162
- Email: [email protected]
Special Disposal Considerations
Sharps Disposal
- Never place sharps in trash or recycling bins
- Use biohazard-labeled sharps containers
- Can be disposed of in heavy plastic bottles with secure caps
- More information available at OCRRA.org
Proper waste management is a community effort. By following Clay’s trash pick up guidelines, residents contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment. Always verify your specific district and stay informed about collection schedules and requirements.
FAQ
Can I throw away clay in the trash?Where recycling efforts fail, dispose of clay thoughtfully: Allow the clay to fully dry first, then break into small pieces to minimize volume. Bag scraps in trash bags and put out normally for landfill waste disposal. Absolutely never attempt to dispose of moist clay in sinks, toilets or drains to avoid major clogs!
What holidays are trash pickup in Clay County?For all of the information about your garbage, yard waste, bulk pickup, and recycling services, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) webpage. There will be no collection on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
Where can I drop off yard waste in the town of clay?Yard Waste Recycling Center reminder
The Town of Clay offers a yard waste recycling center located on Oak Orchard Road, one mile east of the intersection of Henry Clay Blvd. The site will be open the second Saturday of each month from April – November, 8:00 a.m. – noon.
Why was trash not picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
https://townofclay.org/forms-permits-info/trash-recyclable-collection
Trash and recyclables will be collected between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm on your designated pick up day.
https://www.claycountygov.com/community/garbage-and-recycling
Garbage and yard waste are collected weekly by FCC Environmental Services on your designated day. You can check your pickup day on this page.