Special handling required

How to Dispose of Food Scraps in Louisville, KY

Bag food scraps for garbage unless you use private/community compost. Keep food out of recycling and out of Haz Bin HHW loads.

Category: OrganicsFood Scraps disposal near meLouisville Yard & organicsCity program · Louisville Metro Public Works — Junk and bulk trash disposalVerified 2026-08-11
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteGarbage cart unless private/community compost
PathwayLouisville garbage / private compost
Verified2026-08-11
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Local specifics

Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeGarbage cart unless private/community compost
Hazardous ratingLow
Nearest facility typeLouisville garbage / private compost
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-11

Common questions

Haz Bin for food?

No — Haz Bin is for hazardous products.

Food Scraps in other cities

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