Fats, oils, and greases are some of the primary causes of stoppages, backups, and overflows in a wastewater collection system. FOGs buildup in the sewers also causes restrictions and capacity problems. At Newport Utilities, our goal is to improve sewer service by reducing the impact of grease.

Through our Source Control Program, Food Service Facilities (FSFs) are required to capture and properly dispose of the grease generated by their operation.

Our Grease Control Program, establishes the administrative and inspection requirements and defines the proper sizing, installation, and maintenance of grease traps/interceptors. Through the cooperative efforts of FSFs, the goal of improved sewer service through proper FOGs control can be achieved.