​May 2024 
storm debris collection

Updated 8/2/2024


 

Sanitation has collected over 500,000 cubic yards of storm debris since the May 28 windstorm. Crews are now collecting all remaining storm debris along with regular brush and bulky items according to the normal collection schedule (find your schedule here). For the month of August, there is a temporary increase in the limit for brush and bulky items to 30 cubic yards per household. 

Your continued cooperation with the guidelines below will assist us with timely collection.


Residents may self-haul brush, bulky items, and other waste to the landfill or transfer station at no cost. 


Debris Placement Guidelines

Set Out Regular Brush & Bulky Items The Weekend Before Your Normal Collection Week

Storm debris that has not been collected may remain at the curb. 

Non-storm-related brush and bulky items should only be placed at the curb from the Thursday through Sunday before your regular collection week. Up to 30 cubic yards of regular brush and bulky items will be collected at no cost in August.

Avoid Obstructions

Avoid placing debris where it blocks sidewalks, driveways, or pedestrian pathways. Place debris just behind the curb, outside of travel lanes, away from drainage ditches, and from obstructions such as mailboxes, fences, sprinkler heads, fire hydrants and water/gas meters.


Do Not Block Collection Efforts

Keep all vehicles at least 20 feet away from storm-related debris piles between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. to allow for passage of equipment s to remove material.

Cut Large Branches

Cut large branches and limbs into manageable lengths, no longer than 10 feet and no wider than 12 inches in diameter. Crews may not be able to collect oversize debris. 




Updated Frequently Asked Questions

What is the status of the storm debris collection efforts?

  • The first pass through the entire City is now complete.
  • The second phase will take place during the regular brush and bulky item collection schedule in August. Crews will collect all remaining storm debris along with regular brush and bulky items, with a temporary increase to 30 cubic yards per household for the month of August.

Why is there still storm debris in my neighborhood? When will it be collected?

  • Storm debris may have been placed at the curb after Sanitation or contractor crews passed through.
  • Debris may have been left if it was co-mingled with other materials or if it was in an inaccessible location.
  • Regular bulky set out materials were not collected. In order to qualify for potential reimbursement of storm-related expenses from the federal government, crews were only collecting storm debris.
  • Crews have begun a second pass through the city and will now be collecting storm debris and regular brush and bulky items.

When will regular brush and bulky items be collected?

  • Now that the first pass is complete, crews will be collecting all debris at the curb, including storm debris and regular brush and bulky items following the normal brush and bulky item collection schedule.
  • To accommodate residents with accumulating waste, Sanitation will collect all storm debris and up to 30 cubic yards of regular brush and bulky items now through August at no cost. The 10 cubic yard limit will resume in September.
  • Sanitation has ordered additional contractor crews in order to get more debris and brush and bulky items collected more quickly. This will also help Sanitation stay on schedule for regular brush and bulky item collection in August.

What can residents do to assist with getting back to normal?

Sanitation thanks residents for their patience and understanding as we work to complete all storm debris collections and get back to our regular schedule and collection volumes.

  • Residents can help by keeping regular brush and bulky item set outs off the curb until their designated collection week.
  • Trash bags, small items, and twigs can be placed in the garbage rollcart for collection.
  • Customers may also consider self-hauling waste at no cost to any of our disposal sites. More information about set out schedules and disposal sites can be found online at Dallas.gov/Sanitation.

What if bulky trash at the curb is causing litter?

Household waste at the curb must be bagged or containerized to prevent litter. Code Compliance will take appropriate enforcement action regarding this issue, as well as with any prohibited items found at the curb. Report this issue by calling 3-1-1 or submit a "Code Concerns" service request online here.

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