Starting January 5, 2026, the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) Solid Waste Department will begin offering collection services for dead animals found in streets or on curbs. To qualify for pick-up, animals must be at least the size of an armadillo, raccoon, or opossum.
Residents can request collection by contacting the Solid Waste Department via email at collections@accgov.com or by phone at 706-613-3501 (Option 7). For dead animals located in parks or on trails, individuals are instructed to call ACC Leisure Services at 706-613-3801. If a dead animal is found on private property, residents should contact a wildlife removal company or take the animal to the ACC Landfill; fees will apply.
For any questions or comments regarding this service, residents are encouraged to reach out to the Solid Waste Department using the provided contact information.
The City of Athens operates as a consolidated government with Clarke County in Georgia and provides unified public services through its various departments. These include management of parks and community programs and support for historic sites such as the Morton Theatre. More information about these services can be found on the official website: https://limpar.locallabs.com/organizations/1d407097-7d58-413f-846a-db53c9a05534 and https://www.accgov.com/.
The City of Athens was formed in January 1991 through consolidation with Clarke County and manages municipal services across the combined area. The government oversees facilities like restored historic venues and delivers community programs as part of its responsibilities: https://www.accgov.com/.
For further details about Athens-Clarke County’s public services and governance structure, visit https://www.accgov.com/.
