DeSoto County residents have access to three Rubbish Pits for the disposal of non-household trash and rubbish. Each citizen can make up to four free visits to a Rubbish Pit per calendar month.
Locations
- DeSoto County Rubbish Pit: 5255 West Sandidge Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654
- Starlanding Rubbish Pit (Privately Operated): 9353 Starlanding Road West, Lake Cormorant, MS 38671 (Closed on Saturdays)
- Railroad Ave. Rubbish Pit (Privately Operated): 11250 Old Hwy 178, Olive Branch, MS 38654 (Closed on Saturdays)
Acceptable Materials
The Rubbish Pit is for disposal of:
- Appliances
- Furniture
- Leaves
- Limbs
- Renovation debris
- Non-household garbage
Additional Services at Sandidge Rubbish Pit only:
- Tires (Limit of 25 tires per month - No Commercial Vendors )
- E-waste & TV Recycling
NOTE: The Rubbish Pit cannot accept household garbage, food containers, or batteries.
Hours
- Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 4:30PM
- Saturday 7:00AM to 2:00pm (Sandidge location open on Saturdays)
Contact
The DeSoto County Rubbish Pit can be reached at 662-895-9705 during normal business hours.