Compost Site

Compost Site Opening for the 2026 Season 

The City of Whitewater compost site will open for the 2026 season with the following schedule:

 

  • Saturdays beginning April 4, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Wednesdays beginning April 8, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Residents are asked to allow sufficient time to unload. The site will close promptly at the posted times.

The compost site is available to City of Whitewater residents only.


Yard Waste Disposal

Residents may bring yard waste to the site for disposal. All materials must be removed from bags, cans, or other containers. Containers must be taken home and may not be left at the site.


Compost and Wood Chips

  • Residents may collect composted material or wood chips at the site.
  • Residents are responsible for loading their own materials.
  • A City loader will be available beginning Saturday, April 4, 2026, and on the first Saturday of each month until the site closes for the season.
    • Please note: There will be no loader on Saturday, July 4. Instead, it will be available on Saturday, July 11.

🚫 Reminder:
 Per City Ordinance 12.08.010, depositing yard waste on city streets or right-of-way’s is prohibited, except on designated days.

 📍 Location: 599 N. Jefferson St.
📞 Questions? Call Public Works at 262-473-0560