Fall Cleanup 2026 Schedule
RIFLE, Colo. — The City of Rifle’s annual Fall Clean-Up is returning in late September, giving residents an opportunity to clear out unwanted items from their homes, garages, sheds and yards. City crews will collect eligible materials placed curbside during the designated collection periods.
Residents should follow the schedule below based on their location:
East of Railroad Avenue & Highway 13
Residents east of Railroad Avenue and Highway 13 should place eligible items curbside by Sunday night, Sept. 20. Collection will take place Sept. 21–25.
West of Railroad Avenue & Highway 13 or South of I-70
Residents west of Railroad Avenue and Highway 13 or south of I-70 should place eligible items curbside by Sunday night, Sept. 27. Collection will take place Sept. 28–Oct. 2.
CREWS WILL ONLY MAKE ONE TRIP THROUGH YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. IT’S IMPORTANT THAT ALL ITEMS ARE READY AT THE TIMES STATED ABOVE.
Fall Clean-Up Guidelines
To help crews safely and efficiently complete the collection, residents are asked to follow these guidelines:
No hazardous materials or electronics, including computers, printers and televisions.
Brush and limbs must be tied and stacked neatly.
Loose trash must be bagged.
Metal should be separated from other materials.
Piles are limited to 5 cubic yards, approximately 8 feet by 5 feet by 3.3 feet.
Items should not be placed curbside more than 72 hours before the scheduled pickup.
Residents are also reminded that the Fall Clean-Up is intended for materials from their own property. Adding items to another resident’s pile is prohibited.
Anyone who observes illegal dumping or someone adding items to a pile that does not belong to them should contact non-emergency dispatch at 970-625-8095. When possible, residents should provide a license plate number, vehicle description and location. Photos or video may also be helpful if they can be obtained safely.
Residents are asked to use caution around collection crews and provide workers and equipment with plenty of space while they are working.
For more information about the 2026 Fall Clean-Up, call 970-665-6577. Flyers are also available at Rifle City Hall, 202 Railroad Avenue.