Pretreatment Program

On June 6 th 1991, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the State of Utah Division of Water Quality approved the St. George City Pretreatment Program.

The St. George City Pretreatment Program has been delegated primary responsibility for enforcing against discharges prohibited by 40 CFR 403.5 and applying and enforcing any national Pretreatment Standards established by the United States EPA in accordance with Section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended by the Water Quality Act (WQA), of 1987.

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SGRWRF

Attn: Pretreatment Department
3780 South 1550 West
St. George, Utah 84790
 
Juliette Curtis / Pretreatment Coordinator:
(435) 627-4284
[email protected]
 
Heidi Mathis / Pretreatment Specialist:
(435) 627-4285
[email protected]
 
Fax: (435) 634-5846

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I discharge wastewater generated from a short-term, limited volume project (ex. underground storage tank removal) to the sanitary sewer?
SGRWRF created a "Special Discharge" permit program specifically for these types of discharges. Call (435) 627-4266 for permit program information and a permit application
How do I find the Pretreatment Section of the City Ordinance?
  1. Go to the “City of St. George” web site
  2. Select “Government “
  3. Select “Legal Services and City Codes”
  4. Select “City Codes and Ordinances”
  5. Select “Pretreatment” Title 8 Chapter 4.
How do I report an illegal discharge or a spill?
Please call the St. George Regional Water Reclamation Facility (SGRWRF) at (435) 627-4266. It would be helpful to tell us the discharge or spill location, color, approximate volume and if the discharge is ongoing. An SGRWRF representative will investigate the occurrence or refer you to the proper agency
What are limits for toxics in wastewater discharge?
In addition to SGRWRF wastewater discharge limits, some facilities may be subject to federal regulations. The federal regulations can be viewed on the U.S. EPA website by typing “Subchapter N - Effluent Guidelines and Standards” in the Search Box and selecting “Parts 400 – 424” or “Parts 425 – 471”
What forms are required for a commercial swimming pool?
What is Pollution Prevention?
Pollution prevention is the reduction and control of pollutants before discharge to the sanitary sewer. SGRWRF developed a Pollution Prevention Program, which focuses on waste reduction and elimination through permit requirements to select commercial businesses, and education and public outreach to all customers.

Pollution prevention can eliminate or reduce many costs for commercial and industrial users by avoiding permit fees, chemical costs, and disposal charges while helping SGRWRF to reduce the discharge of pollutants to the wastewater treatment plant and the Virgin River.
 
What is Source Control?
The U.S. EPA requires SGRWRF to control discharges to the sanitary sewer. This control is necessary to protect personnel working in the collection and treatment system, to protect the collection system and treatment plant itself from discharges that can interfere with its normal operations, and to prevent pollutants from passing through the treatment plant into the Virgin River.

SGRWRF began a Pretreatment Program to meet these requirements in 1991. A Pretreatment Program was developed including issuance of industrial permits to help businesses meet regulations for discharges to the sanitary sewer. The Pollution Prevention Program focuses on waste reduction, control and elimination through permits to selected commercial businesses, and education and public outreach to all customers.
What is the average turnaround time for an application once it is submitted?
Once an application has been submitted, please allow up to 48-hours for review during regular business days, and up to 72-hours if submitted during weekends or holidays. Any questions can be directed to the Pretreatment Department at (435) 627-4266.
What is the definition of a home-based food service business (Cottage Business)?
The "Cottage Food Rule" allows an individual with a valid Food Handler's Permit, to make and/or package shelf stable foods in their own home kitchen, as long as there are no pets in the home that can access that kitchen
What type of permit do I need?
Several different permit types regulate industrial wastewater discharges to the sanitary sewer as well as trucked wastes accepted at the SGRWRF wastewater treatment plant in Bloomington. Get more information about SGRWRF's Permit Program by calling (435) 627-4266.
What type of waste does SGRWRF accept thru its trucked waste program?
Wastes currently accepted are: Portable toilet; septic tank waste; carpet cleaning wastewater; and treated food truck wastewater
Where can I get a permit application?
Permit applications for SGRWRF’s wastewater permit programs can be obtained by calling (435) 627-4266
Where can I obtain Wastewater Discharge Application for a food service establishment?
A Wastewater Discharge Application can be obtained by contacting the City Business License Department, calling (435) 627-4266, or clicking the link- Wastewater Discharge Application (FSE).
Where do I find information on the new Dental Point Source Category?
Contact SGRWRF at (435) 627-4266
Utah Department of Environmental Quality (https://deq.utah.gov)
EPA (https://www.epa.gov)
Which public entities own or operate wastewater collection systems within SGRWRF's wastewater service area?
The following public entities own and/or operate wastewater collection systems within SGRWRF's wastewater service area.

  •  City of St. George
  • Washington City
  • City of Ivins
  • Santa Clara City
Who is required to have a Discharge Permit?
Select commercial businesses are permitted in SGRWRF’s Pollution Prevention Program. Business types are chosen based on the pollutants that the businesses generate and SGRWRF’s need to reduce and control the pollutants discharged to the sanitary sewer. The place to get started is to complete an Industrial Waste Survey.
Why do I need a permit?
Permits are required for many reasons, depending on type of business, the volume and characteristics of wastewater discharged and the potential risk or impact to the collection system and wastewater treatment plant, SGRWRF personnel, or the Virgin River. Get information on permit requirements by calling (435) 627-4266.
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