Yard Waste Separation and Collection Begin in March
Yard Waste Collection InfoNEW HOURS: Prince William County Landfill & Compost Facility are now open on Sundays 7 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursdays 7 a.m.–6 p.m., all other days 7 a.m.–4 p.m. HHW/Electronics Recycling program at the Landfill is open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New Hours In Effect!
COUNTY LANDFILL AND COMPOST FACILITY WILL BE CLOSED SUNDAY APRIL 5, 2026
Free Spring Paper Shred
Location, Time and GuidelinesPrescription Drug Take Back at two local health facilities and central police station.
Drug Take-Back Day is April 25Proof of Residency Information
Requirement DetailsCompost Awareness Day - Free event Saturday, May 9, PW Compost Facility
Event details
Yard Waste Separation and Collection Begin in March Yard Waste Collection Info
NEW HOURS: Prince William County Landfill & Compost Facility are now open on Sundays 7 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursdays 7 a.m.–6 p.m., all other days 7 a.m.–4 p.m. HHW/Electronics Recycling program at the Landfill is open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.New Hours In Effect!
COUNTY LANDFILL AND COMPOST FACILITY WILL BE CLOSED SUNDAY APRIL 5, 2026
Free Spring Paper Shred Location, Time and Guidelines
Prescription Drug Take Back at two local health facilities and central police station.Drug Take-Back Day is April 25
Proof of Residency InformationRequirement Details
Compost Awareness Day - Free event Saturday, May 9, PW Compost FacilityEvent details
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Compost, Mulch and Yard Waste FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions (Yard Waste Drop Off)
Expand all- Can I bring my yard waste to the Prince William County Landfill and Compost facilities?
Yes, residents can bring their yard waste to either facility, free of charge in yard waste paper bags or personal containers, no plastic bags.
- Where can I take soil, dirt, and large stumps?
The County landfill and compost facility do not accept soil, dirt and large stumps, please reach out to facilities on our alternative waste disposal sites list.
- How can I purchase compost, mulch and/or top soil?
Please visit the Convertus Manassas, Virginia website for more information on pricing. Call for prices and availability, and enrich your yard or garden today, 703-542-4540!
Frequently Asked Questions (Yard Waste Collection)
Expand all- What are the requirements for yard waste collection in Prince William County?
Yard waste must be collected separately in a clearly labeled personal container or paper yard waste bags. Yard waste cannot be mixed with trash, or recyclable material. Yard waste must be picked up, at least once a week from March -December. This began in October 2021. Additionally, Christmas trees will be collected the first two weeks in January.
(Bags and Containers: Sec. 22-20c); (Frequency: Sec. 22-20f); (Separation and Collection: Sec. 22-43a and 22-170a and 170b)
- What materials may be included with my yard waste for collection?
Yard waste includes compostable waste materials generated by yard and lawn care and includes leaves, grass trimmings, brush, wood chips, and shrub and tree trimmings. Yard waste does not include roots or stumps, trunks, or branches exceeding six inches in diameter and up to four feet in length.
(Sec. 22-170a)
- Does yard waste have to be in paper bags, are there other options?
Yard waste can be placed in biodegradable yard waste bags or clearly labeled personal containers. Twigs and small sticks can be bundled and tied.
(Sec. 22-20c)
- Are there changes to yard waste collection in January and February?
Christmas trees will be collected curbside the first two full weeks of January. Other yard waste material should be relatively minimal in these winter months. Yard waste placed in the regular trash in January and February will be buried in the landfill. However, residents may bring yard waste to solid waste facilities, if they would prefer to have this material composted.
- What are the requirements for townhome or condominium residents or homeowners’ association (HOA’s) that have yard waste removed by a landscape contractor?
If a resident or HOA uses a yard service that removes the yard waste from the premises for disposal, then the service must follow code requirements for appropriate separation and disposal of the material.
If an HOA provides or manages trash and recycling collection services on behalf of residential dwellings, apartments, or condominiums, then that HOA is responsible for ensuring these services are consistent with the mandatory requirements for separation of yard waste set out for collection.