HHW Popup Events West Side Dates
Solid Waste Facilities are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Christmas Eve closing 2 p.m. Facility Locations and Hours
County Compost Facility address reassignment-13000 Hansen Farms Road Map link
Celebrate America Recycle Day, November 15 and win a $300 gift card. Take the "I Recycle" Pledge
SAFETY Tips Video for Solid Waste Facility Customers Safety Video
Businesses cannot bring tires for disposal. Residents are limited to four (4) passenger vehicle tires per month. Tire Disposal Guide
HHW Popup Events West Side Dates
Solid Waste Facilities are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Christmas Eve closing 2 p.m. Facility Locations and Hours
County Compost Facility address reassignment-13000 Hansen Farms Road Map link
Celebrate America Recycle Day, November 15 and win a $300 gift card. Take the "I Recycle" Pledge
SAFETY Tips Video for Solid Waste Facility Customers Safety Video
Businesses cannot bring tires for disposal. Residents are limited to four (4) passenger vehicle tires per month. Tire Disposal Guide
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Litter Control
Since the fall of 1997, the County's Litter Control Crew has played a vital role in supporting residents to maintain safe and clean communities. Working along major roadways and at illegal dump sites, the crews ensure the proper disposal of litter, debris and trash. The Litter Crew works tirelessly regardless of weather conditions, summer through winter and rain or shine. Their hard work significantly enhances the county's quality of life on a daily basis.
LITTER PREVENTION CAMPAIGN
Community members will learn about litter's affects on their surrounding environment from none other than the ever so mischievous "Trashy the Racoon". Watch the latest installment of the #LitterFreePWC video series below and subscribe to the County's YouTube Channel to keep up-to-date with all the happenings in the County.
By eliminating unwanted litter and debris from public areas, this program greatly contributes to enhancing the county's character. This effort makes Prince William County more appealing and welcoming to all. The primary aim of the litter program is to enhance the community's appearance and reputation in areas where state highway crews (VDOT) and local groups are unable to intervene.
The Litter Crews diligently follow a schedule to clean roadways daily within the State right-of-way and clear garbage from illegal dumpsites on public property. Help keep the Litter Control Crew safe by SLOWING DOWN and MOVING OVER If you see Litter Signage, Litter Vehicles or the Crew working along the roadway.
LITTER FREE PWC
LITTER BY THE NUMBERS
Since 2008 the Litter Crew has made significant impacts in helping keep the County clean and litter-free.
- They responded to more than 1,600 special requests for service.
- Supported over 900 Community and Volunteer Cleanups.
- Cleaned and cared for 8,000 miles of roadway in Prince William County.
- Collected and properly disposed of more than1,170 tons of trash and debris from around the County.
- In 2022, 600 pounds of the litter collected was comprised entirely of beverage containers and fast food trash.
- Removed over 130,000 Illegal Roadway Signs.
- Maintained 42 Landscaping sites throughout the county.
- On average has cleared trash and debris from nearly 1,300 properties annually which include abandoned properties, dump sites, and other specially requested cleanups.
GET INVOLVED
Citizens and businesses can make a big difference in the community by helping contribute to reducing litter. As such the Solid Waste Management Division partners with non-profit organization, Keep Prince Willaim Beautiful (KPWB) to aid in providing a clean and litter-free community.
"For more than 30 years, KPWB has served as the community’s resource for litter cleanups. Whether along the Route 1 corridor, supporting a community group or tending to an area that has been long neglected, KPWB can support cleanups of any size within the county."
Citizen-driven cleanups and pride programs are the core of the County's efforts to keep a litter-free community. By volunteering for KPWB Clean-up events or participating in County organized events, community members and businesses can help make a significant impact in reducing litter in the area.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Expand all- Participate in a Community Dumpster DayImage
Dumpster Days events in Prince William County provide residents and business owners with the chance to manage waste within their community. This involves collecting unwanted household items for disposal and encouraging participation in local litter cleanups. Whether residents volunteer for cleanups or use the free dumpsters to tidy up their surroundings, community engagement plays a vital role in preserving a clean and enjoyable environment.
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- Adopt-a-SpotImage
Many spots throughout the County can be adopted through KPWB. Adoptees maintain their Spot by keeping it free of litter and debris on an ongoing basis with a two-year commitment Spot maintenance takes approximately 2 to 3 hours per cleanup, including the time it takes to file a cleanup report.
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- Adopt-A-ShelterImage
Many bus shelters throughout the County can be adopted through our community Partner KPWB. Adoptees will submit artwork themes, designs or concepts to the steering committee for review and approval and further agree to maintain their Shelter by keeping it free of litter and debris on an ongoing basis with a one-year commitment. Shelter cleanup maintenance takes approximately 30 minutes per cleanup, including the time it takes to file a cleanup report. Adoptee will submit an Adopt-A-Shelter $1200 administrative fee to cover application review, (artists stipend, if applicable) and artwork installation.
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- Organize a Community CleanupImage
Community cleanups are essential to a sustainable future in Prince William County. Clean communities aren’t just aesthetically pleasing, they’re places with engaged citizens, more active local economies, higher property values, healthier environments, and improved public safety. Engaging citizens in community cleanups returns ownership to the community resulting in reduced litter and a healthier community.
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