Have you ever taken a moment to think about where all the dirty water in your city goes? Or, possibly a more difficult question, who takes it there? Not all dirty water is transported by pipes; sometimes water waste hauling companies are contracted to take care of the problem. These are companies that have trucks specially designed to haul liquids from point A to point B. They can help a city or an individual find a more effective and timely way to manage water waste and keep sewerage systems and watersheds clean for the citizens.

What is Wastewater

Waste water is any contaminated water that people can no longer use in their homes or cities cannot use in their water systems. This excess water can come from people’s homes, sources such as toilets, bathtubs, and sinks, or from schools and businesses in the city. Some industries that use chemicals in their work, such as laundromats or exterminators, might even have chemical waste that they have to dispose of in a particular way. Everyone in a city contributes to this excess water, too. In fact, most people generate up to 100 gallons of wastewater every day.

How is Wastewater treated?

Once wastewater has been collected, it is typically taken to a treatment plant. These plants do a number of things to clean the water so it can be put back into natural resources such as rivers and ponds. First the plant workers will work to remove any solids from the water, such as human excrement, sticks, sand, and any smaller particles that might be floating around. Next, they will use certain types of bacteria and chemical processes to purify the water by reducing the amount of organic matter (dirt, microorganisms, etc.) and then separating them from the clean water. After this process, the workers will restore healthy levels of oxygen to the water before returning it to nature so animals that live it have the resources they need.

Hauling Wastewater

To haul wastewater you’ll need to find a company that has the specialized type of truck to carry it. These trucks have holding tanks or vaults on their trailers so that there is significantly reduced risk of contaminated water leaking or spilling in residential or heavily trafficked areas. The size of these tanks can vary based on how much water needs to be transported. Every state has its own regulations for wastewater transporting, so if you are looking to find a contractor to haul water for you, make sure you are aware of your state’s laws first.