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1. Where can I take trash and recycling for disposal?

If you are a Spotsylvania County resident, you can take your residential trash to any of the County-owned convenience centers and the Livingston Landfill. View the Solid Waste Center Information page for locations and hours of operation.  

Effective May 1, 2021, residents that wish to dispose of trash and recycling at any County-owned facility will need to have a refuse decal permanently affixed to the vehicle being used to haul the solid waste.  More information can be found here:  Refuse Decals.

2. Will Spotsylvania County pickup my trash and recycling at my house?

Residents can self-haul trash and recycling to any of the County-owned convenience centers and the Livingston Landfill. Spotsylvania County does not provide curbside pickup of trash and recycling. There are several private commercial firms that provide curbside services. Please refer to your local directory to find a provider of curbside services for your area.

3. How do I get a Refuse Decal?

Details can be found here:  Refuse Decals

4. What items are accepted for disposal?

View accepted items here:  Solid Waste Centers

5. What items can I recycle?

Each convenience center is equipped to handle most residential recycling.  For a full list of accepted items, view the Solid Waste Center Locations page. If you have items that are considered household hazardous waste, please visit the Household Hazardous Waste page.   

6. What is Household Hazardous Waste?

Learn more here:  Household Hazardous Waste

7. What is Spotsylvania County's Solid Waste Management Plan?

View the plan here:  Spotsylvania County’s Solid Waste Management Plan