How is the Service Provided?The City of Beaver Dam has contracted with GFL Environmental for garbage and recycling collection services from residential single family through four-unit properties. These collection services are not provided for non-residential or properties that do not have residential buildings. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Beaver Dam Public Works Department (920) 887-4635 |
What does it cost?Starting 2023 residential garbage and recycling collection services will be paid by homeowners on their utility bill. The quarterly charge is $45.50. To learn more about this new utility charge, use the Frequently Asked Questions link. |
Fast Facts About the Service:
- What to put it in: Contractor supplied 65 or 95 gallon wheeled cart are the only containers accepted due to the automated cart system. Resident has a choice of the size of the cart.
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How to put it out: Cart must face the street as indicated by the arrow. It must be fully accessible and not blocked by parked cars. Do not place carts in the street. There should be at least 3 feet between cart and any other object such as a mailbox, light post, other cart, etc.
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When to put it out: The provided waste containers must be curbside by 7:00 a.m. on scheduled collection day but not sooner than 24 hours prior to scheduled collection.
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When to have it put away: Emptied waste containers need to be removed within 24 hours after collection day.
- Trash and Recyclables Pick-up Schedule for 2023: Color coded calendar includes holiday adjustments.
Curbside Garbage Pickup Guidelines
Find a list of what's accepted, what's not, what requires special handling, what to do with items not accepted, and more.
Recycling
Learn what you can recycle in your cart, how to dispose of TV's and other electronics, and what to do with unwanted appliances and white goods.
Large Item Waste Curbside Pickup Service
Twice per year, the City offers curbside bulk pickup service of exclusive items to residents who receive City contracted disposal services. Carefully review what is accepted and what is not.
Bulk Waste Drop Off Service
There are two opportunities per month for bulk waste drop off. Carefully review what is accepted and what is not.
