Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Tuckahoe
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly, Monday through Friday, depending on your neighborhood route.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week (on alternating Red or Blue week schedules) through CVWMA.
Yard Waste
Free bagged leaf collection is provided curbside seasonally from November through February; additional yard waste can be scheduled year-round through the county bulky waste program.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash collection is billed bi-monthly alongside county water and sewer services through the Henrico County Department of Public Utilities.
Billing Cycle
Bi-monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person, PayNearMe
Pro Tip / Discount
Participants enrolled in the Henrico Real Estate Advantage Program (REAP) receive specialized rates and assistance on select waste services.
Green (Standard Super Can) Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged before placement in the 96-gallon cart to prevent littering. Bins must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. with the lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged refuse
Green cart with CVWMA labeling Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected every other week by CVWMA. All items must be clean, empty, loose in the container (never bagged in plastic), and placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Accepted Items
- ✓Corrugated cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Food and beverage cartons
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Batteries
- ✕Hoses and cords
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes (grease is okay, food chunks are not)
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste can be dropped off for free at Public Use Areas year-round. Bagged leaves are collected at the curb for free during the designated winter leaf collection window.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small tree limbs
- ✓Brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand
Placement
Standard pile limits apply. Items must be safely placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day without obstructing vehicle traffic or sidewalks.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances without refrigerants
- ✓ Large household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Highly flammable substances
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Dead animals
- ✕ Liquid waste
- ✕ Asbestos
The cost is $67.00 per request. Participants in the Henrico Real Estate Advantage Program (REAP) may qualify for special accommodations by calling the DPU directly.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
On observed holidays, county solid waste and CVWMA recycling offices are closed. Collections are generally delayed by one day for the remainder of the holiday week, moving Friday pickups to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
Public Use Areas are closed on New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Always check the CVWMA and Henrico DPU service alert pages for real-time weather or holiday updates, as exact delay rules can fluctuate depending on the day of the week.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Film Plastics Out of the Cart
Plastic grocery bags and shrink wrap are the top contaminants in CVWMA recycling bins. These thin plastics tangle in sorting machinery. Take them to designated drop-off bins at local grocery stores instead.
Rinse and Replace the Cap
When recycling plastic bottles and jugs, give them a quick rinse to remove sticky liquids, then screw the plastic cap back on before tossing them in the bin. Loose caps fall through the sorting grates.
The Pizza Box Rule
Cardboard pizza boxes are fully accepted in your Tuckahoe curbside recycling program, provided you remove all crusts and cheese chunks. A little grease on the cardboard is perfectly fine.
Seasonal Information
Winter
November to FebruaryHenrico County offers free curbside collection for bagged leaves from November 10 through February 8. Residents should place their bagged leaves safely at the curb, ensuring they don't block stormwater drains.
Spring
March to MaySpring cleaning often generates bulk waste. If you're doing major landscaping, remember that clean yard waste can be hauled to the Springfield Road Public Use Area for free disposal.
Summer
June to AugustHigh summer temperatures can cause garbage odors to escalate quickly. Henrico DPU recommends tightly bagging all food waste to keep pests away and washing out your Super Can periodically.
About Tuckahoe Waste Management
Tuckahoe & Henrico County Solid Waste Operations
Residents of the Tuckahoe area in Henrico County benefit from a hybrid waste management system. While the Henrico County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) manages curbside refuse collections for most subdivisions, the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) handles all bi-weekly curbside recycling. To ensure your household stays compliant and avoids fines, familiarize yourself with the specific sorting rules governing both local entities.
The CVWMA Food Scrap Drop-Off Initiative
In an effort to divert organic matter from local landfills, Tuckahoe residents can take advantage of the CVWMA Food Scrap and Compostables Drop-off Program. Specially marked purple carts are stationed at nearby Public Use Areas, accepting certified compostable items, food scraps, and even soiled paper products. This community-driven approach makes composting accessible for families who don't have the yard space for a traditional compost bin.
Navigating Public Use Areas in Central Virginia
When curbside bins overflow after a weekend cleanup, you can haul excess household trash to the Springfield Road or Charles City Road Public Use Areas. For a nominal fee of $5.00 per trip, residents can dispose of general household waste and up to four tires. Notably, dropping off uncontaminated yard debris and standard recyclables at these county-run facilities is completely free, making it a cost-effective solution for large-scale yard makeovers.
Curbside Placement and Spacing Requirements
Henrico County enforces strict placement rules to keep neighborhood streets safe and accessible for automated collection trucks. Super cans must be stationed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated service day. Ensure the arrows on the lid face the roadway and keep the bin within eight feet of the pavement. Crucially, allow at least a three-foot clearance between your trash cart and any mailboxes, parked vehicles, or utility poles.
Drop-off Facilities
Springfield Road Public Use Area
10600 Fords Country Lane, Glen Allen, VA 23059
Materials Accepted
Charles City Road Public Use Area
2075 Charles City Road, Henrico, VA 23231
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Henrico County charge for trash collection in Tuckahoe?
The Henrico Department of Public Utilities provides weekly curbside refuse collection for $18.00 per month (billed as $36.00 bi-monthly on your utility bill). This includes one 96-gallon cart. Additional carts cost $65.00 each.
What should I do if my CVWMA recycling pickup is missed?
If your recycling was at the curb by 7:00 a.m. and was not collected, leave the cart out and report the missed pickup directly to CVWMA online or by calling their customer service hotline as soon as possible.
Where can I drop off food scraps and compost in Tuckahoe?
Residents can utilize the CVWMA Food Scrap and Compostables Drop-off Program. Simply deposit your household food waste into the designated purple carts located at either of the Henrico County Public Use Areas.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator or AC unit?
Appliances containing refrigerants (like freon) can be taken to a Henrico County Public Use Area. There is a $20 environmental fee per appliance to ensure the safe and legal removal of the CFC/HCFC gases.