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How to Dispose of Food Scraps in Fort Worth, TX

Fort Worth residents typically dispose of food scraps in garbage unless enrolled in a food-scrap compost pilot. Keep food out of the blue recycling cart and out of HHW loads.

Category: OrganicsCity program · City of Fort Worth — Bulk collectionVerified 2026-08-10
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteGarbage or food-scrap compost pilot
PathwayFort Worth garbage / compost pilot
Verified2026-08-10
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeGarbage or food-scrap compost pilot
Hazardous ratingLow
Nearest facility typeFort Worth garbage / compost pilot
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-10

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