How to Dispose of Food Scraps in Denver, CO
Denver provides weekly compost collection for participating households. Keep food scraps in the compost stream per the city’s accepted list; do not put HHW or plastics in compost.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | Yes / organics stream |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Weekly compost collection where enrolled |
| Hazardous rating | Low |
| Nearest facility type | Denver compost cart |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
Common questions
No compost?
Use trash as last resort and consider drop-off compost options in the Waste Directory.
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