Sioux Falls Trash Pickup Schedule, Recycling & Regional Landfill 2026
Find your licensed hauler, recycling rules, free landfill pass, Household Hazardous Waste Facility hours, and 2026 holiday schedule for Sioux Falls residents.
City of Sioux Falls · Public Works · Environmental Services · Updated 2026
Find Your Sioux Falls Collection Day
Sioux Falls uses a competitive open-market system — you choose your own licensed hauler, and each hauler sets its own schedule. Select your hauler type below, then contact your hauler directly for your exact day.
👈 Select your situation above to get the right guidance for your Sioux Falls waste collection.
⚠ Key rule: City Ordinance Chapter 57 requires every home and business to have a licensed hauler. See the full list at siouxfalls.gov/haulers. See all licensed haulers ↓
Sioux Falls Waste Collection — Quick Facts
Sioux Falls operates a competitive open-market system for waste collection. Residents and businesses choose from 16 licensed haulers. City Ordinance Chapter 57 requires every property to have a licensed hauler. The City provides recycling infrastructure and the Regional Landfill, but does not run a city-operated curbside collection service.
Sioux Falls Licensed Waste Haulers — Choose Your Provider
The City of Sioux Falls licenses and monitors 16 waste hauling companies. Any of these licensed haulers can serve your address. When choosing, ask about collection day, container sizes, recycling service, yard waste, and bulk item options. The City publishes annual recycling rates for each hauler so you can compare their environmental performance.
📍 2025 Licensed Haulers with Recycling Rates
The percentage shown is each hauler’s 2025 recycling rate. Higher rates indicate more material diverted from the landfill.
Recycling in Sioux Falls — Single-Stream, Required at Every Property
Sioux Falls uses a single-stream recycling system — all recyclables go in one bin, no sorting needed. Licensed haulers are required by city ordinance to provide a recycling bin at every residential property. If you don’t have a recycling bin, contact your hauler to get one delivered. Set bins out by 6:00 AM on your collection day.
Garbage Cart/Bin
Weekly collection. Multiple sizes available. All trash must be bagged and tied. Contact your hauler for your specific day and cart size options.
Weekly • Your hauler’s scheduleRecycling Bin
Required at every residential property. Single-stream — no sorting. Recyclables loose in bin, never in plastic bags (except shredded paper in clear bags).
Weekly or biweekly • Hauler provided✅ Accepted in the Recycling Bin
- Paper & Cardboard: shipping/moving boxes, paper packaging, cereal & shoe boxes, frozen food boxes, paper egg cartons, milk & juice cartons, paper cups, newspapers, magazines, office paper, junk mail, paper bags, tissue & pasta boxes (remove plastic film)
- Plastics: water/soda bottles, milk jugs, detergent bottles, lotion bottles, condiment bottles, yogurt tubs, sour cream tubs, plastic food & cat litter buckets (max 5 gallons) — remove spray nozzles/pumps
- Metal Cans: aluminum cans & bottles, steel food cans, popcorn & cookie tins, empty aerosol cans • Aluminum foil & trays (washed, rolled into ball)
- Glass: food & beverage glass jars and bottles, baby food jars, olive oil bottles
- Shredded paper: in tightly sealed, clear plastic bags only
🚫 Never in the Recycling Bin
- Plastic bags (of any kind)
- Plastic wrapping or film
- Batteries → HHW Facility
- Hoses, coat hangers
- Clothing or fabric
- Diapers
- Medical waste
- Scrap metal or car parts
- Pots and pans
- Plant or garden waste
- Food waste
- CDs, cassettes, video tapes
⏰ Recycling Bin Set-Out Rules
- Set bin out by 6:00 AM on your scheduled collection day — late set-outs throw off entire routes.
- Place bin as close to the edge of the street as possible without blocking sidewalks, driveways, or creating hazards.
- Place recyclables loose in the bin — no plastic bags (except shredded paper in clear, sealed bags).
- Recycling bins should not be set out earlier than noon the day before your service day, and must be removed by 11:00 PM that same day.
- On non-collection days, bins should be stored inside a garage or out of public view.
- Empty and lightly rinse bottles and cans before placing in the bin. Flatten boxes and remove foam, plastic bags, and shrink wrap.
Sioux Falls Holiday Schedule 2026
Holiday impacts on curbside collection vary by hauler — check with your specific company. The chart below reflects the City’s official holiday schedule for its own facilities (Regional Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste Facility). Most haulers delay collection by one day when a holiday falls on a weekday.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Landfill | HHW Facility | Curbside Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thu, Jan 1 | Closed | Closed | Check your hauler |
| MLK Day | Mon, Jan 19 | Open | Closed | Check your hauler |
| Presidents’ Day | Mon, Feb 16 | Open | Closed | Check your hauler |
| Memorial Day | Mon, May 25 | Closed | Closed | Check your hauler |
| Independence Day | Sat, Jul 4 | Closed | Closed | Sat — most unaffected |
| Labor Day | Mon, Sep 7 | Closed | Closed | Check your hauler |
| Juneteenth / Native American Day / Veterans’ Day | Various | Open | Open | Check your hauler |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thu, Nov 26 | Closed | Closed | Check your hauler |
| Christmas Eve | Thu, Dec 24 | Open 7:30 AM–1 PM | Open | Check your hauler |
| Christmas Day | Fri, Dec 25 | Closed | Closed | Check your hauler |
Sioux Falls Regional Landfill & Free Annual Pass
The Sioux Falls Regional Sanitary Landfill serves Sioux Falls residents and five surrounding counties (Minnehaha, Lincoln, McCook, Turner, and Lake). Residents receive one free annual landfill pass that resets every January 1. Present your driver’s license or state ID at the landfill to redeem it.
📍 Landfill Location
Junction of 267th Street and 464th Avenue
📞 605-367-8162
📅 Mon–Sat: 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
🚫 Sundays, major holidays: Closed
🏭 Free Pass Details
One free pass per household per year. Resets January 1 annually.
Scan your driver’s license or state ID at the landfill entrance to redeem.
Covers residents of Sioux Falls and the five-county service region.
♻ Free Compost Pickup
Free compost is available for residents to pick up year-round at the landfill and at seasonal drop-off sites while they’re open.
First come, first served. Residents must collect and carry their own compost.
🎁 Christmas Tree Drop-Off
Free Christmas tree drop-off sites open around December 26. Remove all lights, ornaments, decorations, and stands. No artificial trees, bags, or household garbage accepted.
Check siouxfalls.gov for 2026–2027 dates.
♻ Items Recycled at the Landfill
Several items can be dropped off at the Sioux Falls Regional Landfill for recycling or special handling: Christmas trees, tires, wood pallets, lawn mowers (drained of fluids), appliances, scrap metal, and mattresses. Fees may apply for some items. Call 605-367-8162 or visit siouxfalls.gov/landfill for current rates and accepted items.
Yard Debris & Seasonal Drop-Off Sites
The City of Sioux Falls operates free seasonal leaf and branch drop-off sites each spring and fall. These sites serve as an alternative to curbside yard waste service (which is available from many haulers for an additional fee). The sites are for residential use only.
📍 East Side Drop-Off Site
Chambers Street — near the City’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility
📅 Mon–Sat: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📅 Sunday: 12:00 noon–5:00 PM
📍 West Side Drop-Off Site
Lyon Boulevard — near the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds / Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
📅 Mon–Sat: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
📅 Sunday: 12:00 noon–5:00 PM
⚠ Seasonal Drop-Off Site Rules
- Residential use only. Cars, pickups, full-size SUVs, vans, and single-axle trailers accepted. No lawn service companies or commercial businesses.
- Leaves and branches must be placed in separate piles.
- Leaves must be removed from plastic bags before drop-off.
- All loads must be tarped or in an enclosed vehicle.
- Not accepted: plastic bags, stumps, rubble, or household garbage.
- Discarded branches are ground and repurposed; leaves are composted.
- Check siouxfalls.gov for 2026 spring and fall site opening/closing dates.
Household Hazardous Waste Facility — 1015 E. Chambers Street
The City of Sioux Falls operates a permanent Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility at 1015 East Chambers Street for safe disposal of hazardous household materials. The facility is open Tuesday through Saturday.
⏰ HHW Facility Hours
- Tuesday through Saturday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Closed Sundays and Mondays
- Closed: New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
- Open normal hours on: Juneteenth, Native American Day, Veterans’ Day, and Christmas Eve (unless they fall on Sunday or Monday)
✅ Accepted at HHW Facility
- Paint (latex and oil-based)
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Household chemicals and cleaning products
- Batteries (all types)
- Motor oil and automotive fluids
- Fluorescent bulbs and CFLs
- Propane tanks (small)
- Electronics (see electronics section)
- Holiday lights (from surrounding counties)
🚫 Additional HHW Programs
- Medications: Safe disposal options available — check siouxfalls.gov for current drop-off options
- Sharps/Needles: Home Healthcare Needle Disposal Program — visit siouxfalls.gov/sharps
- Fats, Oils & Grease: Never pour down drains — check siouxfalls.gov for disposal guidance
- Business HHW: Separate program for small-quantity business generators — see siouxfalls.gov/business-hazardous-waste
Electronics Recycling in Sioux Falls
Electronics should never be placed in regular trash or recycling bins. The City of Sioux Falls provides electronics recycling options through the Household Hazardous Waste Facility and approved third-party programs.
💻 Where to Recycle Electronics
Bring electronics to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 1015 E. Chambers Street (Tue–Sat, 8 AM–5 PM). For a complete list of accepted electronics and any applicable fees, visit siouxfalls.gov or call 605-367-8280.
What to Do If Your Trash Was Missed in Sioux Falls
- Confirm your collection day and hauler. Since Sioux Falls has 16 haulers with different schedules, verify you set out on the correct day by contacting your hauler directly.
- Check for a holiday delay. Most haulers delay service by one day when a holiday falls on a weekday. Confirm your hauler’s specific holiday policy — it varies by company.
- Verify bin placement: set out by 6:00 AM, as close to the street as possible without blocking sidewalks, and ensure lids can close.
- Check bin condition. Bins that are overloaded or have prohibited items may be skipped. Ensure recyclables are loose, not bagged in plastic.
- Contact your hauler directly to report the missed pickup. Each hauler has its own customer service line — see the hauler list above or check your billing statement for contact information.
Sioux Falls Waste & Recycling Tips Every Resident Should Know
🏠 New to Sioux Falls?
City Ordinance Chapter 57 requires you to hire a licensed hauler — this is not optional. Visit siouxfalls.gov/haulers for the full list of 16 licensed companies. Your hauler is required to provide a recycling bin. Use your one free annual landfill pass (scan your ID at the gate) for larger loads. The seasonal leaf/branch drop-off sites are free for residential use.
❄ Winter Tips
Sioux Falls winters can make bin service challenging. Keep bins close to your house on high-wind days to prevent tipping — check with your hauler about wind-proofing options (flat cardboard on top, bungee cords). Make sure bins are accessible at the street edge even after snow plowing. Some haulers provide weather-related service alerts by email or text — sign up if available.
🚫 5 Common Mistakes Sioux Falls Residents Make
- Skipping a licensed hauler — city ordinance requires one at every property; fines apply
- Putting plastic bags in the recycling bin — they jam sorting equipment; only shredded paper goes in a clear, sealed bag
- Not using the free annual landfill pass — one per household per year; resets January 1; scan your ID to redeem
- Bagging leaves in plastic for yard waste drop-off — leaves must be removed from plastic bags at the seasonal sites
- Missing the recycling bin set-out rules — no earlier than noon the day before, must be removed by 11 PM same day
Contact Information — Sioux Falls Waste Services
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| City Environmental Services | 📞 605-367-8280 • Recycling education, hauler licensing, waste reduction guidance • siouxfalls.gov/landfill-and-recycling |
| Hauler List (City of Sioux Falls) | siouxfalls.gov/resident-services/landfill-and-recycling/haulers — full list of 16 licensed haulers with contacts and 2025 recycling rates |
| Sioux Falls Regional Landfill | 📞 605-367-8162 • Junction of 267th St & 464th Ave • Mon–Sat 7:30 AM–5:00 PM • siouxfalls.gov/landfill |
| HHW Facility | 1015 E. Chambers Street • Tue–Sat 8:00 AM–5:00 PM • 📞 605-367-8280 • siouxfalls.gov/hazardous-waste |
| Sioux Falls City Hall | 224 W. Ninth Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 • siouxfalls.gov/contact |
| City of Sioux Falls App | City App — report issues, contact departments, city services |
Frequently Asked Questions — Sioux Falls Trash Pickup
Official City of Sioux Falls Waste Resources
All information about haulers, recycling rules, landfill access, and hazardous waste disposal is managed by the City of Sioux Falls Public Works Environmental Services Division.
🔍 Official Sioux Falls Waste Resources
Use the resources below for hauler selection, recycling guidance, landfill access, and hazardous waste disposal:
🔍 Find a Licensed Hauler 📞 City: 605-367-8280| Hauler List & Recycling Rates | siouxfalls.gov/resident-services/landfill-and-recycling/haulers |
| Residential Recycling Guide | siouxfalls.gov/resident-recycling — accepted items, preparation, bin rules |
| Know Where It Goes | siouxfalls.gov/disposal-guide — disposal lookup for specific items |
| Regional Landfill | siouxfalls.gov/landfill • 605-367-8162 • Junction of 267th St & 464th Ave • Mon–Sat 7:30 AM–5 PM |
| Hazardous Waste Facility | siouxfalls.gov/hazardous-waste • 1015 E. Chambers St • Tue–Sat 8 AM–5 PM |
You will leave this website when using the links above. The City of Sioux Falls Environmental Services Division is the authoritative source for waste and recycling information.
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