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St. George, UT grease trap requirements

Program run by St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14). 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 St. George. Most programs require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth (check yours). Confirm with St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14).
Interceptor minimum / sizing: Minimum 1,000 gal
Permit / fees: Not stated in the sources we checked. Ask St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14) 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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St. George: the official sources we checked don't set a fixed pumping interval. Source: St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14), checked 2026-10-19.

The official sources we checked don't list a fine amount for St. George. That doesn't mean there's no penalty.

We'll use every 90 days. That's our recommended schedule, not a legal requirement. Many programs also require pumping before grease and solids reach 25% of the trap's depth.

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.

St. George grease trap rules at a glance

Grease trap and FOG (fats, oils and grease) rules for restaurants in St. George are set by St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14). The official sources we checked do not set a fixed pumping interval for St. George, 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. Keep pumping records or manifests on site for inspectors.

Of the 4 Utah programs we track, 1 states a pumping schedule and 0 require a permit. We have not verified a pumping company for St. George yet; see Utah pumping companies. Compare all Utah cities.

St. George grease trap & interceptor rules, line by line

Required trap / interceptor type	Any commercial user with a three-compartment sink must install a grease interceptor or grease trap at its own expense, and new stand-alone commercial buildings, strip malls and multi-tenant buildings where a three-compartment sink will be used must install a grease interceptor. A grease trap is allowed instead only by variance when an outside interceptor is physically impossible. Plans must be approved by SGRWRF before installation; existing businesses get one year to install after notice. ✓ checked against source
Sizing rule	Grease interceptors are below-ground outside units with a minimum capacity of 1,000 gallons. ✓ 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	Keep a cleaning and maintenance log (dates cleaned, waste hauler, observations on how well the device works, other maintenance) and a log of kitchen best practices and employee training for at least 3 years, available to the pretreatment coordinator. ✓ checked against source
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://sgcityutah.gov/departments/water_services/pretreatment_program/food_service_establishments_and_fog.php · checked 2026-10-19

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Before you book: ask for a full pump-out (not a skim) and a signed manifest for every service, and keep it on site for inspectors.

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St. George grease trap FAQ

What size grease interceptor is required in St. George?

Minimum 1,000 gal, per the official source. Your plumbing official can require more.

Who enforces grease trap rules in St. George, UT?

St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) Pretreatment Program (City Code § 8-4-14). Contact them for permits, inspections and approved haulers.

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