That's a great question about street maintenance! Yes, many modern outdoor trash bins are designed to be moved for street sweeping, but it depends heavily on their type and features.
For public spaces and businesses, you'll often see large commercial bins on heavy-duty casters or wheels. These allow sanitation workers or property managers to roll them aside quickly. Lightweight, wheeled bins for public litter are also common. However, very large, stationary dumpsters or concrete-anchored bins in high-traffic areas are less movable.
The key is the bin's base. Look for integrated wheels, a sled-style bottom, or a lightweight polymer construction. For efficient street cleaning, coordinating with local waste services to temporarily relocate bins is a standard practice. Proper placement after sweeping is just as important to keep sidewalks clear.
So, while not all bins are effortless to move, design and planning increasingly prioritize this need for cleaner, more accessible streets.