Final pass for debris removal on state routes in Dallas County set for March 31

Debris truck at curbside

The Alabama Department of Transportation's (ALDOT) contractor, D.R.C. Emergency Service, will make a final pass for tornado debris pickup on state routes in Dallas County on March 31. 

Residents are advised to place debris on the public right-of-way by this date or it may not be picked up. They are also advised to separate debris in the following: 

  • Vegetative - Anything from trees such as stumps, branches and others. 
  • Construction and demolition: Damaged parts of buildings and structures. 
  • Household hazardous waste: Paints, cleaners, pesticides and other materials that are corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive. 
  • Large goods: Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, heat pumps, ovens, ranging, washing machines, clothes dryers and water heaters. 
  • Electronic waste: Computers, televisions, office electronic equipment, etc. 

"Do not place debris near a water meter vault, fire hydrant or any other above-ground utility," said a statement from ALDOT. "Only debris placed on the public right-of-way will be eligible for collection. Debris should not be placed in the roadway shoulders."

A flyer with a visual overview can be found here. 

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