Grease Trap Requirements
Springdale, AR
FOG compliance regulations for food service establishments in Springdale, Arkansas.
Check locally
Pumping Freq.
Required
Permit
Yes
25% Rule
IPC
Code Base
Pumping Requirements
Frequency Contact local authority
25% Rule Applies
Permits & Enforcement
Permit Required Required
Complete FOG Regulations
| Pumping Frequency | Contact local authority for requirements |
|---|---|
| 25% Rule | Yes — trap must be pumped when grease and solids reach 25% of capacity |
| Permit Required | Yes |
| Record Keeping | Required — maintain pumping logs and manifests on-site |
| Plumbing Code | International Plumbing Code (IPC) |
| Ordinance Ref. | Springdale Code of Ordinances Chapter 42 (Environment) and Chapter 118 (Utilities); Arkansas Plumbing Code 2018 (based on IPC) |
| Authority | Springdale Water Utilities / Springdale Water & Sewer Commission |
Additional Notes
Follows Arkansas Plumbing Code based on the 2018 International Plumbing Code. Grease interceptors required for food preparation areas. The 25% rule (FOG and solids not to exceed 25% of device capacity) is a standard applied under the state code. Contact: Springdale Water Utilities at 479-751-5751.
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local wastewater authority or plumbing inspector before making compliance decisions. Last updated: March 2026.
Contact Information
Phone (479) 750-8135
Email bbaldwin@springdalear.gov
(479) 750-8135 or bbaldwin@springdalear.gov
Official Sources
- Springdale Code of Ordinances (Chapter 118, Division 3, Section 118-191, Part C)
- Arkansas Plumbing Code (Chapter 10)
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