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Wichita Falls, TX Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Governing section
City Code § 90-33
Clearance required
5 ft horizontal, 13.5 ft vertical
Who requests service
Residential and commercial units
White goods
Must be separated for boom truck
Cost
Fee set by separate ordinance

Summary

Wichita Falls residents can schedule curbside bulky waste pickup through the sanitation office for a fee set by separate ordinance.

Residential and commercial service units may request curbside bulky waste collection service from the sanitation office. Fees shall be assessed to the service unit that generated the waste materials... All waste materials must be placed at the curb or at a location as approved by the sanitation superintendent and at least five feet from any horizontal obstruction as well as 13.5 feet from any vertical obstruction.

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Full Breakdown

Under City Code § 90-33, residential and commercial service units request curbside bulky waste collection from the sanitation office, and fees are assessed to the service unit that generated the waste. Accepted items include furniture, mattresses, white goods like washers and stoves, and construction/demolition debris such as carpet, sinks, and commodes. Everything must be placed at the curb or an approved spot at least five feet from any horizontal obstruction and 13.5 feet from any vertical obstruction. White goods must be set apart from other waste so the city's boom-and-grapple truck can pick them up safely.

Violations & Fines

Improperly placed bulky waste can be left uncollected; separate fees apply for the service under a city fee ordinance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I schedule a bulky item pickup in Wichita Falls?
Call the city sanitation office to request curbside bulky waste collection; a fee applies to the requesting service unit.
Can I put a broken sink or old carpet out for pickup?
Yes, construction and demolition debris like carpet, sinks, and commodes qualifies as bulky waste under § 90-33.
Why do appliances need to be set apart from other trash?
White goods like washers and stoves require a collection vehicle with a mechanical boom and grapple, which needs separate, clear access.

Sources & Official References

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