Drop-Off Site Open!  The drop-off site is open until November 15, 2008.

Reduce your trash, conserve natural resources, and save landfill space by bringing your yard waste to us. The cost depends on the type of material and the size of the load.

Hours and Location: The yard waste drop-off site is located at 1401 Eastside Street, SE, Olympia. The site is open this year from March 1 through November 15, 2008. Hours are Saturdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Rates and Fees: Find out what type of materials are accepted, how rates and fees are determined, and how to calculate your rate. Download our printer-friendly fact sheet for additional information.

Unloading Procedures: Customers are required to unload their own vehicles.  Remember to bring gloves and a broom if you want to sweep your truck.

Other Options: The following options are available to you when the drop off site is closed:

• You may take your material to the yard debris site at the Thurston County Waste & Recovery Center, located at 2418 Hogum Bay Road, Lacey. Call (360) 786-5494 for more information.
• Olympia garbage customers can get year-round curbside organics service for regular, ongoing needs.
• Households and businesses can request a temporary drop box or dumpster (containers) for larger quantities of yard debris by calling (360) 753-8368, and selecting option 2. Fees depend on the size of container and the number of times we empty it. Temporary containers require a 2-day delivery notice.
• You can compost it at home.
  

Need More Information about Public Works Programs or Services? Contact the Public Works office.

• Physical Address: 924 7th Ave. SE, Suite A 
• Mailing Address:  PO Box 1967, Olympia, WA 98507
• Download printer-friendly (PDF) directions to our office
• Hours:  M - F from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except City-recognized holidays)
• Phone: (360) 753-8588
• TTY: (360) 753-8270
• Email: Public Works