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Liquid Waste Hauler Permits

Liquid Waste Hauler Dump Station & Information.

The Riverside Water Quality Control Plant Liquid Waste Hauler Dump Station is open.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Location: 5950 Acorn Street, Riverside, CA 92504

Important Information:

  • Liquid waste haulers must obtain a permit to dispose of waste at the RWQCP.
  • Liquid waste hauler permits must be renewed annually.
  • For assistance with obtaining or renewing your Liquid Waste Hauler permit, please contact the Environmental Compliance Section.

Disposal Fees: The City charges different disposal fees depending on the type of hauler. Please refer to the table below for the current rates:

Disposal Fees

The City charges different disposal fees depending on the type of hauler. Please refer to the table below for the current fees.

Liquid Waste Disposal Fees

Waste Type Disposal Fee
Domestic Waste 6¢ per gallon
Non-Industrial/Non-Automotive Commercial Septic Waste 8¢ per gallon

On November 5, 2024, the Riverside City Council passed Resolution No. 24184, which introduces increased fees for Liquid Waste Hauler discharge starting in 2025. These fee adjustments are intended to cover the costs of disposal treatment, operational maintenance, and additional staffing requirements.

Environmental Compliance Section

Contact Information:

Phone: (951)351-6145

Email: environmentalcompliance@riversideca.gov

Liquid waste hauler permit forms:

Download Industrial Sewer Public Benefit Program Application (PDF)

Obtaining a Permit

To obtain a permit for waste disposal at the RWQCP, liquid waste haulers must fulfill the following requirements:

  • Current City of Riverside business license.
  • Completed permit application.
  • Swipe card from the Environmental Compliance Section to operate the dump station.

Proof of the following liability insurance:

Commercial General Liability Insurance*
Vendor shall maintain commercial general liability with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 each occurrence/$2,000,000.00 in the annual aggregate.

Business Auto Liability Insurance*
Vendor shall maintain business auto liability with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 each accident.

Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance
Vendor shall maintain workers’ compensation insurance as required by the State of California and employer’s liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.00 per accident for bodily injury or disease, or sign form stating vendor has no employees.

*General and Auto Liability Insurance needs to have an Endorsement page(s) that modifies the policy by naming the City of Riverside as additionally insured.

City of Riverside
Risk Management
3900 Main Street
Riverside, CA 92522