News from the City of Purcell

Collection, Hauling and Disposal of Municipal Solid Waste Change in Collection Time

The City of Purcell has an exclusive contract with WCA of Oklahoma to collect, haul and dispose of municipal solid waste within the city’s corporate limits.

Collection Time—Pick up is now the last Monday of the month. Items are not to be put out by the curb until that weekend prior.

Bulk Waste—Brush or limbs shall be bundled in no larger than three feet x three feet bundles. No furniture larger than a pickup bed or that exceeds 75 pounds. Appliances must have refrigerant/compressor legally removed and shall not exceed 75 pounds. Yard waste such as leaves and grass clippings must be bagged. All items must be bagged and no loose items will be picked up.

Hazardous Waste—Solid waste identified or listed as a hazardous waste by the administrator of the United States Enviornmental Protection Agency (EPA) or so classified by any federal or State of Oklahoma statute, rule, order or regulation should not be put out for collection. This includes tire, paint or oil products.