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Galesburg, IL grease trap requirements

Program run by Galesburg Sanitary District (District Ordinance 406). Hand-checked against source Last verified 2026-10-19 by Stew Israil, GreaseTrapRules. Report an error / rule changed

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How often to pump: The official sources we checked don't set a fixed schedule for Galesburg. Most programs require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth (check yours). Confirm with Galesburg Sanitary District (District Ordinance 406) at (309) 342-0131.
Interceptor minimum / sizing: Minimum 1,000 gal (waiver possible)
Permit / fees: Not stated in the sources we checked. Ask Galesburg Sanitary District (District Ordinance 406) at (309) 342-0131 whether a FOG or wastewater permit applies.

From the official source(s) below, last checked 2026-10-19. Rules change; verify with your city.

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Galesburg grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Galesburg are set by Galesburg Sanitary District (District Ordinance 406). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for Galesburg, so plan on pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap (the most common rule) and follow any schedule on your permit. Sizing: minimum 1,000 gal (waiver possible).

Of the 47 Illinois programs we track, 14 state a pumping schedule and 6 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Galesburg yet; see Illinois pumping companies. Compare all Illinois cities.

Illinois statewide rule: Illinois Plumbing Code § 890.510

Commercial kitchens must have a grease interceptor, with all grease-carrying fixtures directed to it.
Food waste disposers may not discharge into the grease interceptor, and water-cooled interceptors are prohibited.
Minimum size: the interceptor must hold at least half the liquid capacity of the connected fixtures on the same floor (60% if it sits on a floor below). Fixture capacity in gallons = length × width × depth in inches ÷ 231.
Your sanitary district or city (for example MWRD, Fox Metro or a city FOG program) can add pumping schedules, permits and hauler rules on top of this.

Source: 77 Ill. Adm. Code 890.510, Grease interceptors · checked 2026-10-17

Galesburg grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor type	A smaller grease interceptor is allowed only with a written District waiver (menu, kitchen layout, proposed unit and a reason unrelated to cost); the waiver ends with a change of owner or operations, and an appropriately sized interceptor is still required under the Illinois Plumbing Code. ✓ checked against source
Sizing rule	Under District Ordinance 406, food service establishments must install a minimum 1,000-gallon grease interceptor. ✓ checked against source
Pumping / cleaning frequency	Not stated in the sources we checked
Permit required?	Not stated in the sources we checked
Permit & program fees	Not stated in the sources we checked
Inspections	Not stated in the sources we checked
Record keeping	Not stated in the sources we checked
Pumper / hauler approval	Not stated in the sources we checked
Reporting portal	Not stated in the sources we checked
Fines & penalties	Not stated in the sources we checked
Program contact	(309) 342-0131 ✓ checked against source

Sources

https://www.galesburgsanitarydistrict.org/Website%20Hosting%20Files/Collection%20System/Grease%20Waiver.pdf · checked 2026-10-19
https://www.galesburgsanitarydistrict.org/collection-system-2/ · checked 2026-10-19

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Galesburg grease trap FAQ

What size grease interceptor is required in Galesburg?

Minimum 1,000 gal (waiver possible), per the official source. Your plumbing official can require more.

Who enforces grease trap rules in Galesburg, IL?

Galesburg Sanitary District (District Ordinance 406) (program contact: (309) 342-0131). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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