Solid Waste Management

The County Litter Control Crew

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.

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 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. 

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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.