The Importance of Securing Your Trash
Unsecured and uncovered trash loads pose a significant challenge, leading to litter and potential safety hazards along our roads. The state of Colorado Traffic Code explicitly prohibits littering highways, requiring citizens to make concerted efforts to keep their surroundings clean and safe.
Whether you are embarking on a trip to the Mesa County Landfill or utilizing any local transfer station, ensuring your trash loads are appropriately covered and securely fastened is crucial. In doing so, not only do you contribute to a cleaner Grand Valley, but you also adhere to the local laws.
To encourage better compliance, the penalty fees for violations will be doubled. So, it's certainly in your best interest to "tarp your trash" — a small step that helps keep our roads safe and your pockets unburdened.
Uncovered loads might include, but are not limited to:
- Appliance-containing loads that haven't been appropriately tied down and covered with a tarp
- Loads bearing loose waste, bags, boxes, or assorted debris
- Any type of load that is not firmly secured and fully covered — this even extends to materials like cement and rock
- Loads comprising unsecured and uncovered garbage cans
By taking care of these little details, you're vital in maintaining the Grand Valley's beauty and ensuring everyone's safer travels.
For further guidance or additional information on these mandates, visit the Solid Waste Management page.
Join us in making our Grand Valley a cleaner and safer place for all.
