Vulcan Metals Corporation Draft Permit

The permit allows Vulcan Metals Corporation to send (discharge) treated wastewater to groundwater and is permitted an emergency bypass to Thea Foss Waterway through the City of Tacoma’s storm sewer system. You may view the documents for Vulcan Metals Corporation or visit the Water Quality Permitting and Reporting Information System (PARIS) website.

Background

We regulate wastewater released from municipalities and industries using the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Wastewater Discharge Permit. This permit regulates wastewater that goes directly into Groundwater and is permitted an emergency Bypass to Thea Foss Waterway through the City of Tacoma’s storm sewer system. All wastewater must be treated and meet the applicable water quality standards before it goes into surface water to protect human health and aquatic life. Learn more about water quality individual permits.