Do It Yourself Disposal
- Citizens Collection Center
- Household Hazardous Waste
- Camelot Landfill
- Composting
- Medications
- Oil & Grease
- Citizens Collection Center
- Household Hazardous Waste
- Camelot Landfill
- Composting
- Medications
- Oil & Grease
Citizens Collection Center
- Hours: Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Address: 13333 Senlac Dr.
Start your weekend fresh and clutter-free by dropping off the following:
- Trash - Must be in sealed plastic bags
- Recyclables - Plastic and glass containers, paper, cardboard and metal cans
- Food Waste - Table scraps (produce, grains, meats, coffee grounds). View all accepted items
- Used cooking oil and grease
Clear out your clutter, help the environment, and keep our community clean. Come by any Saturday for safe and easy disposal. If you have questions, please contact Farmers Branch Public Works at 972-919-2597.
Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center
The City has partnered with Dallas County to provide a free disposal service for hazardous household chemicals and waste. Residents of Farmers Branch can take their items to the Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center at: 11234 Plano Road Dallas, TX 75243
The facility will require a state-issued ID, driver's license or recent utility bill with your name and address as proof that you are a Farmers Branch resident.
You can see a list of all approved items for disposal, hours of operation and other facts for Dallas County's Household Hazardous Waste Program. If you do not see your item listed for waste disposal, please contact the Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center at 214-553-1765.
Bring old and outdated products for home use, such as paints, chemicals and cleaners to be recycled responsibly.
Acceptable Items
- Aerosol sprays
- Automotive fluids and oil filters
- Batteries of all kinds
- Chemical products for home use
- Cleaners and polishes
- Computers and cell phones
- Craft and hobby supplies
- Fluorescent light tubes
- Lawn and garden chemicals
- Paint and home repair products
- Pool chemicals
Camelot Landfill
The City of Farmers Branch owns the Camelot Landfill located in Lewisville. The Camelot Landfill is a Type I municipal solid waste disposal facility. The site accepts municipal solid waste from Farmers Branch and other cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Farmers Branch residents may take trash and other debris to the landfill for disposal with proof of residency, usually a driver's license or recent utility bill, at no charge. Personal businesses will be assessed a tipping fee and other applicable charges to dispose of trash or debris.
The Camelot Landfill is located at 580 Huffines Boulevard in Lewisville. Take I-35 north to Highway 121 Business (exit 450). Go east on Highway 121 for about three miles then right on Huffines.
Hours
Monday through Friday
7 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tours
Every Fall, Camelot Landfill hosts an annual open house. Residents are encouraged to attend to take a tour and learn more about the landfill.
Visit our Events page for the next scheduled tour date.
For additional information, call us at 972-919-2597.
What is Composting?
Composting is a great way to reduce food waste and environmental impact. Composting can be done in your own backyard.
Steps for Backyard Composting
- Build your compost in layers with carbon-rich (brown) materials and nitrogen-rich (green) materials. Add water to each layer as you create your compost pile
- Turn the compost pile weekly for the first month and add water if the pile is dry.
- Once all materials have broken down through the composting process, use the finished material on your lawn, plants, and garden.
Acceptable Items for Backyard Composting
- Greens (Nitrogen)
- Fresh grass clippings
- Fresh plant trimmings
- Coffee grounds
- Tea leaves
- Browns (Carbon)
- Dried grass clippings
- Dried leaves
- Paper towels and napkins
Unacceptable Items for Backyard Composting
- Meat and protein scraps
- Dairy products
- Grease and oils
- Pet waste
More Information
Further composting resources can be found through the Dallas County Master Gardener Association.
If backyard composting isn't for you, food waste can be brought to the Senlac Service Center on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Collected food waste is sent to a commercial compost facility for reuse.
Safely Dispose of Unused Medications with Our Drug Disposal Collection Box
The Farmers Branch Police Department offers a safe, convenient and environmentally responsible way for individuals to dispose of unused or expired medications. Proper disposal of medications helps prevent drug misuse, accidental poisoning, and environmental contamination. Our Drug Disposal Collection Box is located in the Police Lobby of the Justice Center, 3723 Valley View Lane, and can be accessed Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Items Accepted
- Prescription medications (excluding injectables and liquids)
- Over-the-counter medications (in pill or capsule form)
- All items must be in closed containers or sealed bags before being placed in the drop box
Items Not Accepted
- Syringes or needles
- Liquid medications
- Intravenous (IV) solutions
- Injectable medications
- Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine
- If you need to dispose of these items, please refer to the disposal instructions on the medication packaging or consult your doctor or pharmacy for proper guidance
- This service is intended for individual use only. We do not accept medications from clinics, pharmacies, or other commercial organizations
By using our Drug Disposal Collection Box, you're helping keep our community safe and clean. Thank you for disposing of medications responsibly!
Other Collection Options
- Locate a place, date and time for the DEA's Drug Take Back Days in April and October
- National Drug Store Chains have medication collection at some sites. Search online for "medication disposal near me" to find a location
Oil & Grease
You can dispose of oil and grease at Brookhaven College's Cease the Grease drop-off station or at the Citizens Collection Center (CCC). See information about the CCC on this page.