Windstorm Debris Removal: Tips From Prince William County

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA—So there's a big limb in your yard, courtesy of last week's ferocious windstorm. What to do? Prince William County says you're responsible for its removal but also offers some tips:

Namely, it points out that the County Landfill at 14811 Dumfries Road, and the Balls Ford Road Compost Facility at 13000 Balls Ford Road, will be open during normal operating hours this weekend and next week. Debris should be cut into smaller lengths (4 feet or less) and only branches and logs less than 24 inches in diameter will be accepted.

Trash haulers may also pick-up smaller amounts of debris from downed trees and branches as part of their normal trash collection process. In general, the branches must be cut into lengths less than 4 feet in length and 4 inches in diameter for pick-up at the curb. The material must be bundled in arm length bundles or placed in separate bags or containers marked as yard waste. Check with your private trash hauler for more specific guidelines for pick-up of debris.

For more information, contact the Solid Waste Division of the Department of Public Works.

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