Corpus Christi Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 4 items per collection. City crews collect heavy brush and bulky items several times each year according to published zone schedules. Set out items during designated periods at the same location as regular carts. Bulky items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, carpet, metal swing sets, plastic pools, large toys, bicycles, appliances, and up to 4 passenger car tires (20 inches or smaller).
Corpus Christi bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | City crews collect heavy brush and bulky items several times each year according to published zone schedules. Set out items during designated periods at the same location as regular carts. Bulky items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, carpet, metal swing sets, plastic pools, large toys, bicycles, appliances, and up to 4 passenger car tires (20 inches or smaller). |
|---|---|
| Limit per pickup | 4 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Not required under the listed rules. |
| Dispatch phone | 361-826-2489 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Corpus Christi
Follow the listed bulk rule: City crews collect heavy brush and bulky items several times each year according to published zone schedules. Set out items during designated periods at the same location as regular carts. Bulky items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, carpet, metal swing sets, plastic pools, large toys, bicycles, appliances, and up to 4 passenger car tires (20 inches or smaller).
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: Not required under the listed rules. Large appliances are accepted in heavy brush and bulky collection or can be dropped off for recycling at the J.C. Elliott Transfer Station. For appliances with refrigerants, notify 311 or verify with the transfer station.
Corpus Christi Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Corpus Christi.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Corpus Christi Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Nueces County.
📍 Hwy 286 & Ayers St, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Citizen drop-off collection center accepting household trash, bulky furniture, mattresses, scrap tires, and yard waste. Free mulch is also available for residents.
📍 FM 2826, Robstown, TX 78380
Regional municipal solid waste sanitary landfill operated by the City of Corpus Christi for non-hazardous residential waste and commercial haulers.
📍 Hwy 286 & Ayers St, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Drop-off facility at J.C. Elliott accepting leftover residential paint, solvents, lawn chemicals, automotive fluids, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Nueces County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
J.C. Elliott Transfer Station & Collection Center
Hwy 286 & Ayers St, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Citizen drop-off collection center accepting household trash, bulky furniture, mattresses, scrap tires, and yard waste. Free mulch is also available for residents.
Cefe Valenzuela Landfill
FM 2826, Robstown, TX 78380
Regional municipal solid waste sanitary landfill operated by the City of Corpus Christi for non-hazardous residential waste and commercial haulers.
Corpus Christi Household Hazardous Waste Facility
Hwy 286 & Ayers St, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Drop-off facility at J.C. Elliott accepting leftover residential paint, solvents, lawn chemicals, automotive fluids, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Corpus Christi Solid Waste Services Department · municipal dpw
Phone: 361-826-2489
1201 Leopard StCorpus Christi, TX 78401
These collection rules cover Zone Corpus Christi Curbside Collection Zones.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Corpus Christi, TX?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Place the cart in the area next to the curb by 7:30 a.m. for collection. Remove carts no later than midnight on collection day.. These rules apply to Zone Corpus Christi Curbside Collection Zones.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Corpus Christi?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone Corpus Christi Curbside Collection Zones.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Corpus Christi?
City crews collect heavy brush and bulky items several times each year according to published zone schedules. Set out items during designated periods at the same location as regular carts. Bulky items include furniture, mattresses, box springs, carpet, metal swing sets, plastic pools, large toys, bicycles, appliances, and up to 4 passenger car tires (20 inches or smaller). The listed limit is 4 items per pickup. Advance notice is not required under the listed rules. Contact sanitation at 361-826-2489 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone Corpus Christi Curbside Collection Zones.
What items are accepted for recycling in Corpus Christi?
The listed accepted materials are Cardboard boxes and paper packaging (flattened), Newspapers, magazines, junk mail, office paper, and catalogs, Plastic bottles, jugs, jars, and containers (empty and rinsed), Aluminum beverage cans and tin food cans (empty and rinsed). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic grocery bags, garbage bags, and plastic wrap (never bag recyclables), Styrofoam cups, plates, and packing containers, Glass bottles and jars, Food scraps and liquids, Batteries and electronic items, Garden hoses and yard debris. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone Corpus Christi Curbside Collection Zones.