Trash Removal and Recycling

As a resident new to Arvada, you will need to arrange trash removal service with a trash hauling company. This service is not provided by the City, but we've provided a link to the right of this page with a list of licensed companies for you to choose from.

 The City of Arvada has teamed up with Waste Management to offer a single stream recycling drop-site at 6161 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Please park in the designated stalls and do not idle your vehicle while unloading recyclables. The site is open 24/7. Below is a list of items that can and cannot be placed in the roll-off.

Items Allowed Include: Aluminum cans, Steel cans, Tin cans, Pie tins, Aluminum foil, Glass- food/beverage grade only, Magazines, Office Paper, Newspaper, Junk mail, Phone books, Brown paper bags, Envelopes, Paperboard, Cardboard- broken down, Plastics #1-7.

Prohibited Items: Household garbage, Ceramics, Light bulbs, Mirrors, Styrofoam, Motor Oil, Paint, Plastic bags, Liquid.