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Hauled Wastes

Background - In 1978, the Metro Wastewater Reclamation District implemented a Hauled Wastes Program to allow the Metro District to accept routine hauled wastes from septic tanks, grease traps, and chemical toilets. The Program's main objective is to provide the Metro District with the ability to monitor and control discharges. This would not be possible if waste haulers were discharging directly into the Metro District's transmission system or into other sewage systems connected to the District's system. In 1991, the Program was expanded to allow acceptance of other non-hazardous treatable wastes, such as wash water from paint mixing equipment, which could be effectively and efficiently handled by the Metro District.

Obtaining Permits - Companies wishing to obtain a Hauled Wastes Discharge Permit may download or request an information packet containing materials explaining the program and the application process. The application for non-routine haulers contains questions about waste to be discharged, this questionnaire must be filled out and submitted prior to entering the application process. The questionnaire will provide necessary information required by a review committee for approving acceptance of all non-routine hauled wastes. Information packets can be downloaded below or may be obtained by contacting Tammy Walker at (303) 286-3000.

General Requirements and Information

- Discharging

Permittees are allowed discharge privileges seven days a week, 24 hours per day. The Metro District has a strict security policy, and all haulers must be on the Hauled Wastes Security list to gain admittance to the facility. Haulers admitted to the facility must log in with the Control Systems Operator before each discharge. Routine haulers are randomly sampled and weighed. Non-routine haulers are sampled and weighed each time they discharge. Along with the sampling and weighing programs, a closed-circuit television surveillance system allows the Metro District to maintain control over discharging. Training on use of the facility is provided to each hauler. Violations of Metro District procedures, and/or Rules and Regulations may cause fines, suspension and/or revocation of discharge privileges.

- Monthly Reporting

Permittees, unless exempt, must submit monthly non-residential wastes discharge reports containing information requested on all non-residential waste sources (name, address, phone, waste type, and amount). Companies wishing these reports to be held as confidential information must stamp each page confidential.

- Charges

2008 Routine Charge is $85.00/1000 gallons
All Non-Routine Charges are handled on a case-by-case basis

Charges for acceptance of hauled wastes are billed monthly. Haulers are not allowed to continue discharging beyond 60 days or where charges exceed their bonded limit.

Information Packets

Routine Information Packet Acrobat PDF Document

(septic tanks, grease traps, and chemical toilets)

Non-Routine Information Packet Acrobat PDF Document

(non-hazardous, treatable wastes)

If you have questions regarding our Hauled Wastes Program, please contact Tammy Walker by phone at (303) 286-3000.