Solid Waste, Recycling, and Litter Control

Durham County provides waste reduction and recycling services for the citizens of Durham County. Click on the links below for information about our programs.

Residents with a current 2013 Decal may dispose of live Christmas Trees of at our Convenience Sites in the Yard Waste Containers.  All ornaments and decorations must be removed.

• Convenience Sites 
• Roadside Recycling (including current SCHEDULE) 
• Litter Control
• Computer & Electronic Waste
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
• Swap Shop

Note: Durham County General Services is currently out of stock of Compost Bins.

Helpful Resources

• When is my collection day? [XLS]
• Durham County Disposal & Recycling Guide (includes 2012-2013 Schedule) [DOC]
• Durham County’s 10 Year Solid Waste Management Plan [DOC]
• Durham County Solid Waste Ordinance [DOC]