Joplin to open free tree limb drop off site

Tree pruning is not recommended in the fall, but cutting dead limbs and branches can be done any time of the year. So if planning to work on your fall outdoor chores, remember the monthly tree limb drop-off program is open on Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21 to take your limbs and branches.

This is the last month of this regularly scheduled service offered every third Saturday and the Friday preceding the third Saturday from March through October. This is the last scheduled drop-off weekend for 2023. The City may open this site following a weather event for residents to dispose of branches. Announcements of these openings are announced through local news stations, the City’s website and the City’s Facebook page.

Joplin residents should also note that the City’s residential trash service through Republic Services allows yard waste removal on their regular trash pick-up day.

Limbs must be cut to a maximum of four (4) feet and bundled. Bundles shall be no heavier than 50 pounds.  The diameter of each tree limb shall be no larger than four (4) inches.