Leaf Collection

Thanks to enhanced tracking capabilities, DPW can better predict when leaf collections will occur in your section. While a full calendar won’t be posted in advance this year, residents will still get at least one week’s notice through a variety of communications channels. Leaf collections will still occur twice in each section.

Each Friday, DPW will post a message for residents explaining when they should rake their leaves based on the sections scheduled for collection in the upcoming week. Stay informed by checking the following platforms for updates and the leaf collection map:

• Twitter: @dcdpw
• Instagram: @dcdpw
• Facebook: DC Department of Public Works
• Our Newsletter
• The top of this page will also display current collection areas.

Residents should rake leaves into the treebox, or the curb in front of the home if there is no tree box, on the Sunday before collection begins in their section.

 

The leaf collection map will show the raking sections in Wards 1 through 8. Here’s an example of how it works: Residents in Section A in Wards 1-8 should have their leaves raked to the treebox or curbside no later than Sunday, October 27, 2024.

 

Leaf collection will begin Monday, October 28, 2024, for section A in wards 1-8. Visit the leaf tracker above and find your leaf collection section based on your address. Sign up for the MyDPW app, the DPW Stakeholder Newsletter, and social media channels to check when our crews will collect in your section. Residents may also call the Leaf Line at (202)-671-LEAF (5323).

Leaf collection can be disrupted due to the following: Weather events or unexpected operation modifications. When snow, freezing rain, or ice is forecast, the District Snow Team mobilizes to pre-treat our streets and then spread salt as needed. This may require switching DPW equipment and crews from leaf collection duties to snow duties, which may unfortunately cause leaf collection delays.

 

Holidays: Leaves will not be collected on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Residents should look out for the weekly messaging on when to rake out leaves during holiday weeks.

If your street has not been collected 8 business days after DPW has announced collection has started in the next section, please call 311 (202-737-4404) or visit 311.dc.gov to open a “Leaf Collection Missed” service request.

Click here to view/download the frequently asked questions of the 2024-2025 leaf season.