Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. Baton Rouge residents rely on comprehensive trash pick up services to keep neighborhoods clean, reduce environmental impact, and ensure efficient waste disposal. The City-Parish’s Environmental Services Department provides robust garbage and recycling collection to serve the community’s needs.
References:
- Official Garbage Collection Information: https://www.brla.gov/337/Garbage-Collection
- Baton Rouge Recycling Office: https://www.brla.gov/1180/Garbage-Recycling
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Baton Rouge
Residents can easily find their specific collection days using the My Government Services portal. The city offers a comprehensive waste management system designed to meet the community’s needs efficiently.
Residential Trash Collection
Baton Rouge provides twice-weekly garbage collection for residents:
- One garbage cart per household is included in the monthly solid waste collection fee
- Carts must be placed by 4 a.m. on scheduled service days
- Collection times may vary throughout the day
- Extra carts are available for an additional $7 per month
Recycling Services
The city offers once-weekly recycling collection:
- Recyclable materials must be placed in designated recycling carts
- Individual bags or containers are not acceptable
- The Recycling Office aims to maintain or exceed the state-mandated 25% waste reduction goal
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Out-of-cart waste collection includes:
- Bulky items (furniture, mattresses, appliances)
- Yard waste and trimmings
- Maximum of 10 out-of-cart items per collection day
- Up to three items can be bulk waste or recyclables
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Guidelines for yard waste collection:
- Leaves and lawn trimmings must be bagged
- Brush and branches should be bundled
- Trimmings limited to:
- Maximum 5 feet in length
- Maximum 6 inches in diameter
- Maximum 40 pounds per item
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Solid waste collection will not occur on:
- New Year’s Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
If a holiday falls on a collection day, services will be provided on the next scheduled collection day.
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can access services through multiple channels:
- My Government Services portal
- 311 phone service
- 311.brla.gov website
- Red Stick 311 smartphone app
Important Collection Guidelines
- Carts must have closed lids
- Place carts 3 feet away from other objects
- Position cart with metal bar facing street
- Wheels facing the house
Special Considerations
- Multi-family units larger than tri-plexes must use dumpsters
- Only residential waste will be collected
- Commercial, medical, and construction waste are not included
Baton Rouge’s trash pick up services provide comprehensive waste management for residents. By following guidelines and utilizing available resources, community members can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable city.
For specific questions or service requests, contact 311 or visit the official city website for the most up-to-date information.
FAQ
What holidays are trash pickup in Baton Rouge?Holiday Collection Schedule
New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day are holidays in the solid waste collection contracts. If the holiday occurs on a collection day, then services will be provided on the next scheduled collection day unless residents are notified otherwise.
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.
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
How do I request a new trash can in Baton Rouge?Residents should contact 311 via phone, online at 311.brla.gov, or on the Red Stick 311 smartphone app for all garbage, trash and recycling related complaints and service issues.
https://www.brla.gov/337/Garbage-Collection
The monthly solid waste collection fee covers twice-a-week garbage collection for one garbage cart per household, along with once-a-week collections for
https://www.brla.gov/1180/Garbage-Recycling
Locate your garbage and bulky trash collection schedule, get information about our North Landfill operations, and submit a complaint or request for service.