Abilene, TX grease trap & interceptor requirements
Quoted from official source Last checked 2026-10-17. Report an error / rule changed
Quick answer
- How often to pump: Before grease + solids reach 25% of depth/capacity
- Interceptor minimum / sizing: not stated in the sources we checked
- Permit / fees: not stated in the sources we checked
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.
| Required trap / interceptor type | Source says: “A grease trap/interceptor must be installed at a distance of 8” |
|---|---|
| Sizing rule | Source says: “Under no circumstances will a grease trap/interceptor smaller than 1,000 gallons be accepted.” |
| Pumping / cleaning frequency | Pump before grease + solids reach 25% of depth/capacity. Source says“If the 25% rule is met before the next scheduled pump out, then the grease trap/interceptor shall be pumped more often. c.” |
| Permit required? | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Permit & program fees | Not stated in the sources we checked |
| Inspections | Grease traps/interceptors are subject to inspection. Source says“Inspect grease trap/interceptor for damage, photograph any areas that may need maintenance or repair, and report findings to Generator.” |
| Record keeping | Keep pumping and maintenance records (manifests/logs) available for inspection. Source says“Persons who generate, collect, and transport grease waste shall maintain a record of each individual collection and deposit.” |
| 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 | Not stated in the sources we checked |
Sources
- https://abilenetx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4080/08-18-2017-Exhibit-B-City-of-Abilene-FOG-Guidelines-and-Procedures-PDF · checked 2026-10-17
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