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Tulsa, OK grease trap requirements

Program run by City of Tulsa Water and Sewer, Wastewater (Title 11-C, Chapter 13). Hand-checked against source Last verified 2026-10-18 by Stew Israil, GreaseTrapRules. Report an error / rule changed

Quick answer

From the official source(s) below, last checked 2026-10-18. Rules change; verify with your city.

Rules change; verify with your city. Summaries are plain-English restatements of the official source linked below; “Source says” shows the exact wording. Blank rows mean the sources we checked did not state that rule, not that there is no rule.

Tulsa grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in Tulsa are set by City of Tulsa Water and Sewer, Wastewater (Title 11-C, Chapter 13). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for Tulsa, so plan on pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap (the most common rule) and follow any schedule on your permit. Pumping must be done by an approved or licensed hauler. Keep pumping records or manifests on site for inspectors.

Of the 3 Oklahoma programs we track, 1 states a pumping schedule and 0 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for Tulsa yet; see Oklahoma pumping companies. Compare all Oklahoma cities.

Tulsa grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor typeNot stated in the sources we checked
Sizing ruleNot stated in the sources we checked
Pumping / cleaning frequencyNot stated in the sources we checked
Permit required?Not stated in the sources we checked
Permit & program feesNot stated in the sources we checked
Inspections
Inspect small grease traps weekly and interceptors monthly for damaged parts and the amount of grease (City of Tulsa BMP checklist).
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Record keeping
Keep all City of Tulsa manifests from your grease hauler on file at the facility for three years, and keep a log of inspections and maintenance.
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Pumper / hauler approval
Grease traps and interceptors must be pumped and cleaned only by a City of Tulsa permitted hauler; the City publishes its list of permitted companies.
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Reporting portalNot stated in the sources we checked
Fines & penaltiesNot stated in the sources we checked
Program contact
City of Tulsa Quality Assurance (918) 591-4378
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Grease trap cleaning & pumping companies in Tulsa, OK

No verified pumping company for Tulsa yet. Free listings are sorted A–Z. A listing is not an endorsement.

Before you book: Tulsa has hauler rules (see the table above). Ask the company to confirm it is approved for Tulsa, and keep a signed manifest for every pump-out.

Try the Oklahoma pumper list for companies serving nearby cities.

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Size your interceptor

Use the grease interceptor sizing calculator (UPC, IPC and PDI methods), then confirm Tulsa's own minimums above. Not sure how often to pump? Read how often to pump a grease trap.

Tulsa grease trap FAQ

Who enforces grease trap rules in Tulsa, OK?

City of Tulsa Water and Sewer, Wastewater (Title 11-C, Chapter 13) (program contact: City of Tulsa Quality Assurance (918) 591-4378). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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