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Subsidized bulky drop-off and fall/spring cleanup events

Omaha, NE bulk trash pickup

City of Omaha (River City Transfer, under contract)

Who
Residents within the Omaha city limits; staff may refuse non-Omaha residents and commercial haulers.
How
Cleanup events. Omaha has no curbside bulky pickup. Residents take bulky items to River City Transfer at a city-subsidized price, or use the free neighborhood cleanup events held on Saturdays each fall and spring. Drive your own load to River City Transfer (6404 S 60th St) and ask for the city cost share program, bringing two proofs of Omaha residency.

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Cost
One-time $15 administrative fee each calendar year buys 4 dump vouchers. A car load is typically one voucher and a pickup, van or trailer typically two. Loads over 1,500 pounds may cost extra.
Checked
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗

What they’ll take

“Accepted” means the program takes it at no extra charge. Check limits before you set items out.

Couch / furniture

Accepted

Mattress

Accepted

Appliance

Limited

Appliances are not part of the bulky program; the city points to cleanup events and Earth911 for alternatives.

Fridge or freezer

Call to confirm

Electronics

Call to confirm

Tire

Not accepted

Tires are collected at separate city tire events.

Yard waste

Extra fee

Accepted but not subsidized.

Brush and branches

Extra fee

Accepted but not subsidized.

Construction debris

Accepted

Household hazardous waste

Not accepted

Household trash

Call to confirm

Limits

Maximum 4 subsidized loads per household per calendar year; loads must be tarped.

Set-out rules

Not curbside. Loads must be covered with a tarp; a hard hat and safety vest are required if you are outside the vehicle when unloading.

Fees

ItemPrice
Annual administrative fee (includes 4 dump vouchers)$15.00

Not accepted

  • Appliances
  • Tires
  • Hazardous waste, paint and household chemicals
  • Auto fluids and batteries
  • Animal bedding and dead animals
  • Railroad ties

Other options

Free Fall Cleanup (four Saturdays in October 2026, 9 AM to 2 PM) takes furniture, mattresses and appliances at designated neighborhood sites; hotline 402-444-4636.

Quick answers

Who qualifies for bulk trash pickup in Omaha?

Residents within the Omaha city limits; staff may refuse non-Omaha residents and commercial haulers.

How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Omaha?

Omaha has no curbside bulky pickup. Residents take bulky items to River City Transfer at a city-subsidized price, or use the free neighborhood cleanup events held on Saturdays each fall and spring. Drive your own load to River City Transfer (6404 S 60th St) and ask for the city cost share program, bringing two proofs of Omaha residency.

How much does bulk trash pickup cost in Omaha?

One-time $15 administrative fee each calendar year buys 4 dump vouchers. A car load is typically one voucher and a pickup, van or trailer typically two. Loads over 1,500 pounds may cost extra.

What are the limits for bulk pickup in Omaha?

Maximum 4 subsidized loads per household per calendar year; loads must be tarped.

What can’t go out with bulk pickup in Omaha?

Appliances, Tires, Hazardous waste, paint and household chemicals, Auto fluids and batteries, Animal bedding and dead animals, Railroad ties.

Sources

Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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