High water suspends Cape compost services

The Cape Girardeau Public Works Department has suspended compost services until further notice because of flooding.

According to a news release issued by Jessica Sexton, public information specialist for the city of Cape Girardeau, Wednesday special collection service of compost bags, bundled limbs and brush in Cape Girardeau is suspended effective immediately. Service to the compost drop-off containers at the Recycling Center Facility, 2007 Southern Expressway, also is suspended.

The Cape Girardeau Public Works Department's holding area for collected compost, limbs and brush is inaccessible because of Mississippi River flooding. As soon as the river drops below flood stage and the holding area is available, the department will resume Wednesday special collections and compost drop-off at the center.

Wednesday special collection for non-yard waste items remains available by calling the department at 339-6351. Yard refuse and compost still can be taken to the transfer station in the 2500 block of South Sprigg Street. Some yard waste may be burned. Residents should check with the Cape Girardeau Fire Department before burning yard waste, visit cityofcape.org/fire or call 339-6330.

Pertinent address:

2007 Southern Expressway, Cape Girardeau, Mo.