Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. For Thornton residents, the city’s Environmental Services Team provides comprehensive trash and recycling collection services that ensure efficient and reliable waste disposal for over 32,000 homes.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Thornton
The City of Thornton operates a robust collection service program funded entirely by user fees. Residents can easily access their specific collection schedule through two convenient methods:
- Free Mobile App: Download the “City of Thornton Recycles” app from Google Play or App Store
- Online Trash & Recycling Calendar on the city website
Residential Trash Collection
Service Details
- Weekly solid waste collection
- Bi-weekly recycling collection
- One black container included in base service
- Additional containers available for extra fees
Current Solid Waste Fee Structure
- One black container: $19.00 per month
- Two black containers: $23.89 per month
- Three black containers: $36.82 per month
- Four black containers: $49.74 per month
Recycling Services
Thornton provides comprehensive recycling options:
- Curbside recycling every two weeks
- Free Waste Wizard tool to help residents properly dispose of materials
- Electronic recycling events
- Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The city offers a “Click & Haul” pickup service for residents needing to dispose of larger items. Residents can schedule special pickups through the mobile app or website.
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Thornton provides multiple options for yard waste disposal:
- Tree Branch/Organics Drop-off events
- Seasonal leaf collection
- Infrastructure Maintenance Center (IMC) drop-off for organic materials
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, trash collection is delayed by one day:
- New Year’s Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
How to Find or Request Services
Contact Information:
- Phone: 720-977-6200
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229
Thornton’s waste collection services offer residents convenient, flexible options for managing household trash, recycling, and large item disposal. By utilizing the mobile app, online resources, and various drop-off events, residents can efficiently manage their waste while contributing to community cleanliness.
Residents are encouraged to download the mobile app, check their specific collection schedule, and take advantage of the city’s comprehensive waste management programs.
https://www.thorntonco.gov/trashrecycling
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https://www.thorntonco.gov/contact-us/trash-recycling-services
Trash & Recycling Services. Contact information. Phone. 720-977-6200. Email. environmentalservices@