Post Irene Debris Removal Information

In unincorporated areas of Dare County, the first pass for debris removal began today (09/06/2011) in Stumpy Point and Wanchese. Efforts will continue this week with Skyco, Burnside, North End of Roanoke Island, and Manns Harbor.

For information about debris removal in individual Towns, check with the municipality

Town of Duck (252)255-1234
Town of Kill Devil Hills (252)449-5300
Town of Manteo (252)473-2133
Town of Nags Head (252)441-5508
Town of Southern Shores (252)261-2394

The public is asked to please be patient while the debris removal effort is underway throughout Dare County. You will encounter trucks along the roadways making frequent stops to collect debris from the shoulder of the road. During this time your patience is appreciated and will facilitate the cleanup effort that is now underway.

The Buxton Transfer Station and the Dare County Recycle Center located at 1018 Driftwood Dr, Manteo will be open for regular business, however, WILL NOT allow any dumping of any type of storm debris.
Place your storm debris on the shoulder of the road in 3 different piles:

1. limbs, branches, yard debris (vegetative materials)
2. furniture, building materials, carpet, padding, etc.
3. metal objects and appliances

Tips for Citizens on Debris Separation for Pick-up:

CrowderGulf, a debris contractor has been hired to remove the debris on the County rights-of-way. There is no charge for this service. Any contractors attempting to charge citizens for these services should be reported to the Sheriff’s Department. If a citizen chooses to hire a private contractor for work on private property, that’s their choice.
All citizens are asked to ensure they stack the debris from their private property far enough away from any and all utility meters to prevent damage being done to these meters by debris removal equipment.
It is possible that only part of your debris will be picked up at a given time and the company will return to pick up additional debris at a later date. Debris will continue to be picked up in all areas until an inspector clears the contractor.
Follow these debris separation procedures to expedite clean-up:
- Vegetative debris: limbs, trees, stumps, etc. should be all in one pile.
- Construction Materials: wood, shingles, insulation together in one pile. (try to keep glass separate if possible)
- Bag all household garbage. Keep separated from all other debris.
- White goods: freezers, refrigerators, stoves, etc. need to be separated.
Do not place leaves or vegetative debris in plastic bags.
Place your debris on the right-of-way in front of your property. When doing so, be certain not to hide or cover fire hydrants.
Do not place hazardous or toxic materials on right-of-way for pickup. Hazardous materials include petroleum products, paint products, asbestos, electrical transformers, tires, etc.

The efficient separation and containment of storm related debris and wastes by homeowners can greatly reduce the overall costs of cleanup for the County.

Trash Pick-up - Hatteras Island
Dare County Public Works will pick up trash in Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo on Wednesday, August 30. On Thursday, trash pickup returns to its regular schedule. Public Works requests that all storm debris be placed on the state right of way, on the side of the road, which will be picked up at a later time. Vegetative debris, including tree limbs, should be separated from all other items such building supplies and appliances. Do NOT bring debris to the Public Works Department.

Dare County Trash Pick-up - North of Oregon Inlet
The usual Tuesday pick-up will be Wednesday, August 31. Normal pick-up will then resume Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Public Works requests that all storm debris be placed on the state right of way, on the side of the road, which will be picked up at a later time. Vegetative debris, including tree limbs, should be separated from all other items such building supplies and appliances. Do NOT bring debris to the Public Works Department.