FAQs
Why hasn't my garbage been picked up?
Holidays or inclement weather may delay garbage routes. We will make every effort to notify you of any delays. Please call our Service Desk at 888-2208 with questions or you can refer to the Government Access Channel (Comcast cable channel 11) for holiday schedules.
What can I do with items too large to fit in my supercart?
Call 888-2208 to schedule a bulky item pickup.
What items can I recycle?
Newspapers with inserts, corrugated cardboard (flattened), brown paper grocery bags, aluminum and steel food or beverage cans, clear, green and brown glass food or beverage containers, plastic containers with a neck smaller in diameter than the bottom, and junk mail and magazines. See Recycling Quick Link for additional information.
Can I have my neighborhood sprayed for mosquitoes?
Yes. Public Works provides scheduled mosquito spraying. Residents may request this service by calling our Solid Waste Division Service Desk at 888-2208.
Who provides my garbage service?
The City of Little Rock provides garbage service for Little Rock. Call our Service Desk at 888-2208, or link to Garbage Collection for additional information.
Whom should I contact if I have never received a supercart?
The City of Little Rock will provide the initial supercart for waste disposal. Call 888-2208 to schedule a delivery.
Can I get an additional cart?
Yes. Please call 888-2208 to make arrangements. Each additional cart costs $7/month and must be leased for a minimum of 3 months.
What is the difference between a Class I and a Class IV landfill?
A Class I landfill provides disposal for all household wastes. A Class IV landfill provides disposal for bulky items and construction waste.
What services do my garbage fees pay for?
Your monthly garbage fee pays for all collection and disposal services provided by the Solid Waste Division of Public Works. Other services are provided by the garbage fee as well.
Where is the motor oil (hazardous materials) recycling center in Little Rock?
The Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District (PCRSWMD) provides Reuse Centers for collection of hazardous materials, motor oil and certain electronic equipment. Call the Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District at 340-8787, or visit their web site. See Recycling Quick Link for additional information.
I sometimes have too many recyclable materials to fit in my recycling bin. What can I do?
The City of Little Rock, in conjunction with the Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District, has a drop-off center for recycling. glass, aluminum, and newspaper, among other materials. See Recycling Quick Link for additional information.
How long will the current landfill last?
The current landfill will provide disposal for Little Rock's solid waste for at least fifty years.
What happens to the landfill when it is closed?
The landfill will be completely covered and closed according to federal regulations. The site can be used as a park, for golf courses, or any other public use which does not necessitate an enclosed structure or tapping below the soil, i.e., tree roots or water wells.
Can I buy compost from the Little Rock Landfill?
The City of Little Rock provides composting services. Compost is made from yard waste collections. It may be purchased in your 30-gallon garbage bags/cans or by the truckload. Prices vary depending on truck size. Your may purchase compost directly at the landfill during our regular business hours. We are open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and seasonally on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You may contact us at 888-5806. The City charges $25 per ton for compost and $25 per ton for hardwood mulch. The city will deliver compost in 10 cubic yard truck loads. In addition to the cost of the material, there is a delivery charge of $30 inside the city, and $45 eleswhere in Pulaski County.
Whom should I contact concerning questions about my garbage bill?
Please call Solid Waste Collections at 888-7061.
What can I do if my cart is damaged or stolen?
Please contact our Service Desk at 888-2208 to request repairs or replacement.
How do I dispose of yard waste? Can I put yard waste in the supercart?
Yard waste must not be put in the supercart. For disposal, yard waste must be bagged and placed curbside on the appropriate collection day. Call 888-2208 for collection days and questions about disposal procedures.
How do I dispose of old automobile tires?
You may take up to 4 tires per day, at no charge, to the City landfill, located on Ironton Cutoff Road. See Recycling Quick Link for additional information.
How many collections do customers receive per week?
Three. One collection each week for household garbage, curbside recycling, and yard waste.
When is the collection day for my neighborhood?
Please see the collection days map. If you have further questions, call 888-2208.
Can I dispose of ashes from my fireplace or wood stove?
Yes. Ashes must be soaked in water to extinguish any live embers and securely tied in a plastic bag before being placed in your supercart.
Can I dispose of waste from the remodeling or repair of my house?
Construction waste cannot be collected by the City of Little Rock. Have your contractor dispose of the waste, or you may dispose of this waste at the landfill, located on Ironton Cutoff Road. Tipping fees will apply. For more information on tipping fees, please see Solid Waste Services Division.
Where is the City Landfill located, and what are the hours of operation?
The City maintains and operates Class I and Class IV landfills, a composting facility, and a used tire repository in southeast Little Rock on Ironton Cutoff Road. The complex is open to the public from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. one Saturday per month (see link to Solid Waste Services Division page). For additional information on schedules, acceptable materials, fees, and requirements, call the Landfill Scale House at 888-5806. See map of the landfill location.