Sanitation

Contact Us

Terry Mullens

Sanitation Superintendent

Phone: 580-481-2251

Sanitation Department

Physical Address
320 W Pecan
Altus, OK 73521

Hours

Monday-Friday

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed: Noon- 1 p.m.

Contact Sanitation Department

The Sanitation Department, located at 320 West Pecan, currently has one commercial side loader truck route and four residential side loader truck routes. The rules for disposal of trash and garbage are outlined in the City of Altus Code of Ordinances 25-1 through 25-81, Solid Waste.

These ordinances govern what can be put in the dumpsters and alleys as well as how it must be done to maintain the general sanitation and health of the city.

Garbage

Garbage includes household waste such as waste paper, plastic packaging and cans, food scraps and other loose items. These are the items you place in your dumpster. Trash or bulk trash includes large bulky items such as yard waste and furniture or other items that don’t fit in the dumpster. Your dumpster or container is for disposing of regular household garbage only. These dumpsters are emptied once a week by the City of Altus Sanitation Department. Putting items that belong in the dumpster on the ground is considered littering.

Recycling

The City of Altus Sanitation Department encourages citizens to recycle when possible. If any of the items you have are still in good condition and something that someone else may be able to make use of, donate it. There are organizations in town, such as Salvation Army and Goodwill, which would be glad to have these usable items and may be able to pick them up and your donation may be tax deductible. Another option would be to offer the item on Facebook or Swap Shop. What you view as trash, someone else may find to be a treasure.

Fees & Schedules

Garbage Collection

Fees are billed on your utility bill.

Landfill Service Rates

Rates are listed on our Altus Municipal Landfill page.

City of Altus Dumpsite - S Blaine Street Drop off

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. –Sunset
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. –Sunset
Sunday: 12 noon - sunset

Important Information

  • Contractors must go to the landfill

  • Commercial loads must go to the landfill

  • Large loads must go to the landfill

  • All construction debris must be taken to the landfill

  • Tree limbs and large oversized items are allowed

  • All items must be placed inside of roll-offs

  • Do not place items on the ground outside of roll-offs

Additional Policies

  • No dumping after hours

  • Property is under video surveillance



    Questions or Concerns, please contact the City of Altus Sanitation Department

Phone: 580-481-2251

** Free Mulch Available at Blaine Drop-Off Site!

The City of Altus has been busy turning tree limbs and brush into wood mulch, and now residents are welcome to come pick some up for free at the Blaine Drop-Off site.

How you can use mulch at home:

• Gardens & Flower Beds – Helps keep moisture in the soil and reduces weeds.

• Around Trees & Shrubs – Protects roots, regulates soil temperature, and looks tidy.

• Walking Paths & Play Areas – Provides a softer, more natural ground covering.

• Composting & Soil Health – Breaks down over time and adds nutrients back into your soil.

Location: Blaine Drop-Off Site

Cost: Free for Altus residents (bring your own shovel and container, truck, or trailer)

Take as much as you can use, and give your yard or garden a natural boost while helping us recycle tree debris into something useful for the community. **

Altus Municipal Landfill
Proper Use of Containers
Banned Items & Code Compliance
Proper Use of Bulk Trash Service
Bulk Trash Updates