El Paso, TX Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- Scheduling
- Call 311 or request online
- Accepted Items
- Furniture, appliances, mattresses, yard debris
- Not Accepted
- Hazardous waste, tires, construction debris
- Drop-off
- Citizen Collection Stations available
- Illegal Dumping Fine
- Up to $2,000 per offense
Summary
El Paso Environmental Services provides bulk waste collection for large items that do not fit in standard city bins. Residents can schedule bulk pickups by calling 311 or through the city website. Acceptable items include furniture, appliances, mattresses, and large yard debris. Hazardous waste, tires, and construction debris require separate disposal at designated facilities. The city also operates the Citizen Collection Stations for self-drop-off of bulk items.
Sec. 365.012. ILLEGAL DUMPING; DISCARDING LIGHTED MATERIALS; CRIMINAL PENALTIES. (a) A person commits an offense if the person disposes or allows or permits the disposal of litter or other solid waste at a place that is not an approved solid waste site, including a place on or within 300 feet of a public highway, on a right-of-way, on other public or private property, or into inland or coastal water of the state.(a-1) A person commits an offense if:(1) the person discards lighted litter, including a match, cigarette, or cigar, onto open-space land, a private road or the right-of-way of a private road, a public highway or other public road or the right-of-way of a public highway or other public road, or a railroad right-of-way; and(2)
Full Breakdown
Bulk pickup requests are typically serviced within a few business days. Items must be placed curbside on the scheduled day. The city does not collect hazardous materials, electronics (e-waste), or tires through regular bulk pickup. The El Paso landfill and transfer stations accept certain items for a fee.
Violations & Fines
Dumping bulk waste in alleys, vacant lots, or unauthorized locations is illegal dumping subject to fines up to $2,000 per offense.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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