WHY SWDA?

We are committed to serving Baldwin County with reliable, innovative waste and recycling solutions. From curbside recycling and our Centers for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM) to garbage service, landfills, the Bay Minette Transfer Station, and our renewable natural gas (RNG) plant, we make waste disposal accessible across the county. Through safe, efficient, and forward-thinking solutions, we make sustainable choices easier for everyone.

FEATURED PROGRAMS & NEWS

EDUCATION TRAILER

Our new 24-foot education trailer is now here and helping expand environmental education outreach across Baldwin County and neighboring communities.

NEWS

CURBSIDE RECYCLING EXPANSION

Curbside recycling is now available in Bon Secour, Foley (outside city limits), and Gulf Shores (outside city limits), making recycling more accessible for residents across Baldwin County.

NEWS

ORANGE BEACH CHaRM

Orange Beach celebrated the grand opening of its new CHaRM facility, giving residents another convenient option for responsible recycling. This addition strengthens regional efforts and expands access to sustainable waste diversion along the coast.

NEWS

OUR
SERVICES

We provide comprehensive waste and recycling services designed to meet the needs of Baldwin County residents, businesses, and communities. From safe disposal and reliable collection to accessible recycling solutions, our system makes it easy to manage waste responsibly.

WASTE
DISPOSAL &
PROCESSING
WASTE DISPOSAL & PROCESSING

Manages Baldwin County’s waste through a network of landfills and a transfer station to  ensure proper disposal while protecting the environment and surrounding communities.

COLLECTION
SERVICES

Coordinates weekly curbside garbage collection to provide residents with dependable and consistent service. We also offer bulky debris pickup and yard waste collection.

RECYCLING
RECYCLING

Facilitates recycling initiatives like curbside programs, drop-off sites, and Centers-for-Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM). Curbside recycling continues to expand and is expected to be available across all of Baldwin County by the end of 2026.

COMMUNITY COMMITMENT

We serve more than 55,000 households across Baldwin County. Our team provides reliable waste services, expands recycling access, and delivers hands-on education for the community. These efforts support a cleaner, greener future for Baldwin County.

PARTNERSHIP DRIVEN

Collaborates with municipalities, schools, and local organizations to strengthen countywide recycling and sustainability efforts.

EDUCATION FOCUSED

Provides tours and interactive learning at the Waste & Recycling Adventure Center to inspire environmental stewardship.

COMMUNITY CENTERED

Expands access through curbside recycling, CHaRM facilities, and renewable energy programs that benefit residents and the environment.

SWDA BY THE NUMBERS

From waste collection and recycling to education and litter prevention, SWDA is working every day to serve Baldwin County.

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Customers served through SWDA disposal facilities

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Weekly waste collection customers serviced

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Curbside recycling customers onboarded

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Recyclable materials diverted from landfill and sold into the market

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Educational tours completed

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Covered monthly by Litter Patrol

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Invested in infrastructure to support economic growth and job creation

GET DIRECTIONS

Want to find the closest CHaRM location to you? Check out our interactive map with custom directions from your house to the CHaRM.