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Leaf Collection Program 2020-2021

The fall leaf collection program runs from the first week of November through the second week of January. Find the Leaf Collection Schedule for your neighborhood here.

Yard Waste Collection is Changing

Yard waste collection begins Monday, August 16, 2021.

Residents must call 311 to make an appointment for yard waste collection.

Murals DC

DPW's MuralsDC project redesigned Website features images of every mural painted since the program began in 2007.

DPW is taking a stand against litter!

Public litter can are receptacles that are intended for small litter like non-recyclable food wrappers and other trash acquired while in transit in the District.

Public litter cans are not for household trash.

Violators may be subject to fines.

Get The MyDPW App

The myDPW app allows residents to receive custom alerts about three of DPW’s services: street sweeping, leaf collections, and booting and towing.

Tow and Boot Electronic Alert Program

District drivers can now receive immediate notification if their vehicle been booted, towed, or relocated. Find out how to enroll in DPW’s new Tow and Boot Electronic Alert Program!

Featured Services

Household Hazardous Waste

The Fort Totten Transfer Station accepts household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics.

Parking Tickets

DPW issues parking tickets to vehicles that violate the District’s parking regulations.

Drop-Off your Food Waste

District residents can now drop-off food waste to be composted at designated Farmers' Markets.

Bulk Trash Collection

DPW collects large, bulky items by appointment from eligible residential households.

Solid Waste Collector Registration and Reporting

Solid waste collectors who operate in DC are required to register.

DPW Customer Service Form

District residents can now report service issues through our web form.

How to prepare your recycling

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Holiday Collection Schedule

Use our "Slide Guide" to find out how holidays affect your collection schedule.

Latest

Dec 6 2021

Mayor Bowser to Deploy District Snow Team Tonight in Preparation for Light Rush Hour Snowfall on Wednesday Morning

Residents are encouraged to sign up for weather updates and follow prep tips.

Nov 15 2021

Bowser Administration Reports Major Strides in Reducing Contamination Within District’s Residential Recycling Stream

(Washington, DC) The Bowser Administration, through the District’s Department of Public Works (DPW...

Nov 10 2021

Mayor Bowser and District Snow Team Prepare for Winter Weather

With winter weather dry run, snow plow operators get ready by simulating actual winter event.

Nov 9 2021

Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day 2021

See service suspensions or changes.

Oct 28 2021

Mayor Bowser Kicks Off Leaf Collection Season, Reminds Residents to Compost Old Pumpkins

Leaf collection begins on November 1.

Mar 15 2021

Fiscal Year 2020 Performance Oversight Hearing

Introduction Good afternoon, Chairperson Cheh, members of the Council and staff. I am Christine...

Oct 29 2020

The District’s Snow Removal Operations Plan for Winter 2020 – 2021

Before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment

Oct 9 2020

Public Roundtable on Waste Management and Agency Operations at the Department of Public Works

Testimony of Christopher Geldart Director, Department of Public Works Before the Committee...

May 21 2020

Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Christopher Geldart Director, Department of Public Works Before the Committee on...

Nov 6 2019

Public Roundtable and Hearing on The District’s Snow Removal Operations Plan for Winter 2019 – 2020

Before the

May 23 2018

Bowser Administration to Launch 8-Week Graffiti Removal Blitz

District celebrates National Public Works Week with 3rd annual ‘Great Graffiti Wipeout....

Oct 25 2017

DC Snow Team Gears Up For Winter 2017/2018 with Dry Run Practice Session

On Friday, City Administrator Rashad Young and leaders of the DC Snow Team will kick off the 2017-...

Jun 19 2017

DPW MuralsDC Project Kicks off 10th Year Anniversary with New Mural at Ben’s Chili Bowl

“Who’s going to be on the wall?” The frequently asked question along the U street corridor of...

Jun 2 2017

DPW to Host the 10th Anniversary of the Citywide “Truck Touch” Sat., June 10 at RFK, Lot 7

The Department of Public Works (DPW) invites the public to attend the 10th annual summer kick off...

Dec 9 2016

DPW to Discuss Leaf Season During “Twitter Talk” Thurs., Dec. 15, at Noon

The Department of Public Works invites residents to “Twitter Talk” about DPW’s leaf collection...

Jul 17 2019

DPW Crews Continue to Deliver Services During Extreme Heat

With temperatures on the rise and expected to remain high throughout the day, the Department of...

Dec 13 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Leaf collections are slightly behind schedule in some parts of the District.

Dec 7 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.

Nov 28 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.

Nov 2 2018

DPW, DDOT Urge Delivery Companies to Practice Bicycle Lane Safety

The DC Department of Public Works and the DC Department of Transportation sent letters to...

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Department of Public Works

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays

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Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center
2000 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 673-6833
Fax: (202) 671-0642
TTY: (202) 673-6833
Email: [email protected]