Carrboro Public Works continues to respond to increased solid waste collection needs following Tropical Storm Chantal. As crews catch up with demand, community patience is requested.
Due to flooding at the Public Works facility off S. Greensboro Street, numerous solid waste vehicles including trash trucks were destroyed. Because the facility was also severely damaged, operations have moved out. Crews and equipment are temporarily being housed at other facilities in the community. Solid waste trucks have been borrowed while the Town of Carrboro secures new leased equipment and works to acquire replacement equipment.
Here's what you need to know about trash collection services:
- Yard waste and bulk waste collection are behind. Public Works crews are using borrowed trucks even as they work diligently to focus on the most severely impacted neighborhoods from flooding. This week, crews are working to get back on schedule with bulk waste and yard waste piles, but it will take time as there is still significant storm debris to be cleaned up.
- Dumpster service and residential waste collection are on schedule, but crews are operating leased equipment that they are not yet familiar with. Operators are mindful of safety as they learn the new equipment. You may notice fallen cans during this period. Please help out your operators by collecting your carts when necessary.
If you have any questions about local services, please contact the Public Works Department at pworks@carrboronc.gov or visit https://www.carrboronc.gov/123/Public-Works
