DeSoto County residents have access to two 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 Sandidge Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654
- Starlanding Rubbish Pit (Privately Operated): 9353 Starlanding Road West, Lake Cormorant, MS 38671 (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.
Summer Hours (March 13, 2026 - November 1, 2026)
- Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 4:30PM
- Saturday 7:00AM to 2:00PM
Winter Hours (November 2, 2026 - March 14, 2027)
- Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 4:30PM
- Saturday 7:00AM to NOON
Contact
The DeSoto County Rubbish Pit can be reached at 662-895-9705 during normal business hours.
