Trash, Recycling & Yard Waste Pickup

Nevada City has partnered with WM to provide residential waste service that sets the standard for sustainable trash disposal and recycling.

Residential Waste Service in Nevada City, CA

Set Up Service

The city has chosen WM to provide waste pickup, but you'll need your own WM profile for service and billing. Enter your address and we'll help you get set up.

Green WM residential toter trash container

Residential Pickup Schedules

For regular service and holidays

My WM & More

Quick access to My WM and more tools to manage your service.

Service Guides & Instructions

Service & Collection Information
Container Setout Instructions
How to Prepare Your Materials
What Belongs in Your Container
Set Up New Residential Service
Report a Missed Pickup
Request an Additional Container
Request Container Repair or Replacement

Helpful Resources

These documents contain important information related to your WM services. We recommend you print or download them for quick reference.

FORM

Discount Application Form

Download the form to explore the eligibility criteria for the senior and low-income discount program.
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DOCUMENT

Service Rates

Download the file to find the new service offerings and rates that will take effect on July 1, 2025, in Nevada City.
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DOCUMENT

Service Calendar - 2025 (Even Weeks)

Stay organized and informed: download the Nevada City collection calendar and guide for waste collected on even weeks.
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DOCUMENT

Service Calendar - 2025 (Odd Weeks)

Download the calendar for residents serviced on odd weeks.
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DOCUMENT

Nevada City - Summer Newsletter 2025

Cap on or cap off? The choice you make when disposing of plastic caps and metal lids can have a huge impact on recycling efforts! Curious about the best practices? Download the file to discover how to make a difference!
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Newsletter

Nevada City - Spring Newsletter 2025

Read here how plastic bags are disrupting recycling efforts. Plus, discover what you can do to help build a more sustainable tomorrow.
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DOCUMENT

McCourtney Road Transfer Station Rates (2025)

Download this file to find current service rates.
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DOCUMENT

Contamination & Overages Monitoring

Discover how the contamination and overages monitoring program works and the steps you can take to prevent incurring charges.
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Local Waste Management Services

Communities across North America trust WM for residential waste and recycling services.

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