Lubbock Trash Pickup Schedule, Recycling & Citizen Convenience Stations 2026
Find your collection group (Mon/Thu or Tue/Fri), recycling drop-off locations, Citizen Convenience Stations, and 2026 holiday delays for Lubbock residents.
City of Lubbock · Solid Waste Management Department · Updated 2026
Find Your Lubbock Collection Group
Lubbock uses a two-day group system: your address is assigned to either Monday & Thursday or Tuesday & Friday. Select your group below. Verify your exact group at mylubbock.us or call (806) 775-2495.
👈 Select your collection group above to see your Lubbock pickup schedule.
⚠ Not sure of your group? Call Solid Waste at (806) 775-2495 or visit mylubbock.us. Some neighborhoods are split between the two groups. See all contact options ↓
Lubbock Waste Collection — Quick Facts
The City of Lubbock Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) provides twice-weekly residential garbage pickup on a two-day group system. There is no curbside recycling — recycling is drop-off only at 10 locations citywide. Bulk items must be self-hauled to Citizen Convenience Stations; there is no curbside bulk pickup.
Lubbock’s Two-Day Collection Group System
Every Lubbock residence served by the city is assigned to one of two groups. Garbage is collected twice per week — once in the first half of the week and once in the second half. All carts and dumpsters must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on each collection day.
Group A — Monday & Thursday
Garbage collected every Monday and every Thursday. Carts/dumpsters at the curb by 7:00 AM both days.
Twice weekly • ~$16.25/monthGroup B — Tuesday & Friday
Garbage collected every Tuesday and every Friday. Carts/dumpsters at the curb by 7:00 AM both days.
Twice weekly • ~$16.25/month⏰ Set-Out Rules
- Carts and dumpsters must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on each collection day.
- Twice-weekly garbage collection is included in the city’s solid waste utility fee (approximately $16.25/month).
- Some larger neighborhoods (e.g., Bell Farms) may be split between Group A and Group B. Always verify your specific address.
- Loads transported to Citizen Convenience Stations must be covered to prevent spilling.
Lubbock Holiday Trash Collection Schedule 2026
When a collection day falls on a City of Lubbock-observed holiday, garbage collection typically moves to the next business day. Citizen Convenience Stations and recycling drop-off sites are closed on all city holidays. Lubbock observes more holidays than most US cities, including Good Friday and both Thanksgiving days.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Collection | Stations & Recycling Drop-Offs |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thu, Jan 1 | Delayed | Closed |
| MLK Day | Mon, Jan 19 | Delayed | Closed |
| Good Friday | Fri, Apr 3 | Delayed | Closed |
| Memorial Day | Mon, May 25 | Delayed | Closed |
| Independence Day | Sat, Jul 4 | Normal | Open (Sat regular hours) |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7 | Delayed | Closed |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26 | Delayed | Closed |
| Day after Thanksgiving | Fri, Nov 27 | Delayed | Closed |
| Christmas Eve | Thu, Dec 24 | Delayed | Closed |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25 | Delayed | Closed |
Recycling in Lubbock — Drop-Off Locations, No Curbside
The City of Lubbock does not offer curbside recycling pickup. Recycling is available at 10 drop-off locations citywide, open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Materials must be separated by type at the drop-off sites. All sites are closed on city holidays.
✅ Accepted at City Drop-Off Sites
- Paper (newspaper, mixed paper, junk mail)
- Cardboard — flattened
- Plastics #1 and #2 only
- Aluminum cans and tin cans
- Appliances (at Citizen Convenience Stations)
- Used oil and antifreeze (at Citizen Convenience Stations)
🚫 Not Accepted at City Drop-Offs
- Glass — not accepted at any city recycling location
- Plastics #3 through #7
- Plastic bags or film
- Styrofoam / polystyrene
- Electronics — check with Solid Waste for current options
- Hazardous materials
📍 Key Recycling Drop-Off Locations
- 1631 84th Street (Southside — main recycling center, also a Citizen Convenience Station)
- 208 Municipal Drive (Northside, also a Citizen Convenience Station)
- 7308 Milwaukee Avenue (South Milwaukee, also a Citizen Convenience Station)
- 4307 Adrian Street (North Quaker area, also a Citizen Convenience Station)
- 3122 Main Street (Texas Tech Campus area)
- 2901 Elgin Avenue
For the full list of all 10 drop-off locations, visit mylubbock.us or call (806) 775-2495. All sites closed on city holidays.
Bulk Item Disposal — Citizen Convenience Stations Only
There is no curbside bulk item pickup in Lubbock. Large items that do not fit in your residential dumpster must be self-hauled to one of four Citizen Convenience Stations. This service is free for City of Lubbock utility customers with proper identification. Residents must unload their own materials and place items in the appropriate containers.
🚚 What to Bring to the Station
- The itemized portion (top 2/3) of your current LP&L utility bill showing the residential garbage charge (GC), plus
- A valid driver’s license or photo ID with a matching City of Lubbock address.
Attendants reserve the right to refuse loads that don’t meet station rules. Do not place items outside the fence during closed hours — this constitutes illegal dumping.
✅ Accepted at Citizen Convenience Stations
- Old furniture — limit 4 pieces per visit
- Large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers)
- Yard debris and brush
- Post-consumer recyclables (paper, aluminum)
- Used motor oil and antifreeze (free)
- Used oil filters
- Scrap metal
🚫 Not Accepted at Stations
- Commercial or business loads
- Construction or demolition debris
- Hazardous chemicals
- Waste from rental properties hauled by landlords
- Loads exceeding the station volume limit (approx. one pickup bed)
- Items from outside Lubbock city limits
Citizen Convenience Station Locations & Hours
All four Citizen Convenience Stations are open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. All stations are closed on City of Lubbock holidays. The four stations also serve as recycling drop-off locations for accepted materials.
🚩 Southside Station
1631 84th Street
West of Avenue P • Main recycling center
📅 Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚫 Closed city holidays
🚩 Northside Station
208 Municipal Drive
4th Street exit from I-27, follow signs (across from Meadowbrook Golf Course)
📅 Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚫 Closed city holidays
🚩 North Quaker Station
4307 Adrian Street
📅 Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚫 Closed city holidays
🚩 South Milwaukee Station
7308 Milwaukee Avenue
📅 Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚫 Closed city holidays
Household Hazardous Waste & Used Oil in Lubbock
Hazardous household products should never go in regular garbage dumpsters. Lubbock Solid Waste Management provides specific drop-off options for these materials at the Citizen Convenience Stations.
⚖ Used Oil, Antifreeze & Oil Filters — Free at All Stations
Used motor oil, used antifreeze, and used oil filters are accepted free of charge at all four Citizen Convenience Stations during regular operating hours (Mon–Sat, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM). No appointment needed. This keeps these fluids out of storm drains and groundwater.
🔥 Other Hazardous Waste & Electronics
For paints, chemicals, batteries, and electronics, contact Solid Waste Management at (806) 775-2495 for current accepted materials and any scheduled HHW collection events. The Caliche Canyon Landfill (8425 N. Avenue P) and West Texas Regional Disposal Facility (17304 N. FM 2528, Abernathy) serve as the region’s primary disposal sites for materials not accepted at city stations.
What to Do If Your Trash Wasn’t Collected in Lubbock
- Confirm your collection group and both days. You should be on Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday. Call (806) 775-2495 or visit mylubbock.us. Some neighborhoods are split and some streets may vary.
- Check for a holiday delay. Lubbock observes up to 10 holidays that delay collection, including Good Friday and both Thanksgiving days. When collection falls on a holiday, it moves to the next business day.
- Verify set-out time: carts and dumpsters must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on each collection day. Collection begins at 7:00 AM and runs through the day.
- Check for weather delays. Extreme West Texas winter weather (ice storms, sub-zero temperatures) can suspend or delay service. Monitor mylubbock.us and local TV news (KCBD) for emergency announcements.
- Report the missed pickup by calling Solid Waste Management at (806) 775-2495 or submitting a service request through the 311 system at mylubbock.us.
Lubbock Trash & Waste Tips Every Resident Should Know
🏠 New to Lubbock?
Call (806) 775-2495 or visit mylubbock.us to find out if your address is in the Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday group. There is no curbside recycling — plan trips to one of the 10 drop-off sites (open Mon–Sat). For large items, use one of the four Citizen Convenience Stations (open Mon–Sat, bring your utility bill and photo ID).
🌎 West Texas Weather Delays
Lubbock can experience severe winter weather that delays both collection and station operations. In January 2026, Solid Waste delayed residential pickup due to temperatures reaching −5°F and icy roads. Monitor mylubbock.us, KCBD, and city social media for weather-related service suspensions.
🚫 5 Common Mistakes Lubbock Residents Make
- Expecting curbside recycling — Lubbock has drop-off only; plan trips to a recycling location Monday–Saturday
- Leaving bulk items at the curb — there is no curbside bulk pickup; self-haul to a Citizen Convenience Station
- Forgetting Good Friday is a city holiday — Lubbock closes city services on Good Friday, delaying Tue/Fri Group B collection that week
- Not bringing proper ID to Citizen Convenience Stations — you need both a current utility bill and a matching driver’s license
- Forgetting that glass is not accepted at city recycling drop-offs — use Good Earth Recycling for glass
Contact Lubbock Solid Waste Management
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Solid Waste Management | 📞 (806) 775-2495 — collection questions, group verification, missed pickups, holiday schedule • Fax: (806) 775-3013 |
| Citizen Convenience Stations | 📞 (806) 775-2482 — Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–5:30 PM • 4 locations citywide • Closed on city holidays |
| 311 / mylubbock.us | mylubbock.us — service requests, collection group lookup, solid waste information |
| Good Earth Recycling (Private) | goodearthrecycle.com — private curbside recycling including glass & plastics #1–7 (fee applies) |
| Caliche Canyon Landfill | 8425 North Avenue P, Lubbock, TX 79403 |
| West Texas Regional Disposal | 17304 North FM 2528, Abernathy, TX |
Frequently Asked Questions — Lubbock Trash Pickup
Official Lubbock Schedule & Resources
The most accurate way to confirm your collection group, find recycling locations, and learn about Citizen Convenience Station rules is through the City of Lubbock’s official Solid Waste Management pages at mylubbock.us.
🔍 Official Lubbock Solid Waste Resources
Use the resources below to confirm your collection group, locate recycling drop-offs, and plan station visits:
🔍 Solid Waste Info 📞 Call (806) 775-2495| Solid Waste Management | mylubbock.us/departments/solid-waste-management — collection group lookup, services, holiday announcements |
| Citizen Convenience Stations | 4 locations • Mon–Sat 8 AM–5:30 PM • Call (806) 775-2482 for questions |
| Recycling Drop-Offs | 10 locations citywide • Mon–Sat 8 AM–5:30 PM • No glass accepted • Closed city holidays |
| Good Earth Recycling (Private) | goodearthrecycle.com — curbside recycling including glass (fee applies) |
| Caliche Canyon Landfill | 8425 North Avenue P, Lubbock, TX 79403 |
You will leave this website when using the links above. The City of Lubbock Solid Waste Management Department is the authoritative source for address-specific collection schedule information.
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