About

Western Disposal Services is a locally owned waste management company headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, providing residential and commercial trash collection, recycling, and composting services throughout Boulder County, Broomfield County, and surrounding communities. The company was founded in 1970 by Boulder native Dan Souders, who began operations with a single truck and a commitment to providing dependable and community-focused waste collection services. Over more than five decades of operation, Western Disposal has grown from a small startup into one of the largest privately owned waste haulers in its region. The company now serves more than 40,000 residential and commercial customers and operates a fleet of more than 70 collection vehicles, supported by a workforce of over 150 employees. Western Disposal provides a comprehensive set of waste management services that include curbside garbage collection, single-stream recycling programs, compostable material collection, construction and demolition waste handling, and drop-off services for recyclables and yard waste. In addition to traditional waste collection, the company operates a public drop-off center where residents and contractors can bring materials such as trash, construction debris, wood waste, yard waste, and recyclable items for proper disposal or recycling. The company has also played a role in advancing sustainability initiatives in the Boulder area. In 2001, Western Disposal launched a commercial composting facility, the first of its kind in Boulder County, which helps divert organic waste away from landfills and supports local zero-waste goals. Environmental stewardship and community engagement remain central to the company’s mission. Western Disposal invests in environmentally friendly technologies, including energy-efficient facilities and alternative-fuel vehicles, while also supporting local charities and educational programs that promote waste reduction and recycling awareness. Today, Western Disposal continues to operate as a community-focused waste management provider, combining local ownership with modern waste diversion and recycling practices to support cleaner and more sustainable communities in Colorado.

Industries Served

Restaurant, Bar, Hotel, Commercial kitchen, Event venue, Hospitality