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  • Transforming Wastewater

    • Education

      Are you an educator looking for support materials? We offer classroom materials and kits that detail the wastewater treatment process.

    • Tours

      Tours of our facilities are a great way to learn about our wastewater treatment process. Tours are available for high school students and adults.

    • Fact Sheets

      Metro authors fact sheets on various topics related to cleaning water and recovering resources.

    • Event Calendar

      View our event calendar, where you can access upcoming Board and Committee meetings, agendas, and minutes.

    • Utility Locate

      Need to locate a line? We’re here to help. Visit this page to learn more about the utility locate process and how to access the 811 system.

    • Common and Hazardous Household Waste Disposal

      We recommend several environmentally safe and convenient ways to dispose of unwanted household products like paint, fuel, solvents, cleaners, and pesticides.

    • Infrastructure Improvements

      Metro Water Recovery is routinely working to improve our infrastructure. Here are our ongoing projects:

    • Sponsorship Program

      Metro supports our communities through sponsorships to local and regional non-profit organizations that align with our mission.

    • Learn More About PFAS

      It takes a village to keep our water clean and safe. We’re dedicated to being a part of the solution, but we need your help.

    • Wipes Clog Pipes

      Numerous household items should never be flushed down the toilet. Click to download a PDF and share this information with family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors.

    • Proper Grease Disposal

      Incorrectly disposing of grease, oil and fats can cause sewer overflows, backups, public hazards and higher sewer bills for YOU. Click to download a PDF and share this information with your neighbors, friends, and family.

    • Pharma Disposal

      Flushing unused drugs down the toilet introduces them to our rivers and environment Click to download a PDF and share this information with your neighbors, friends, and family.

    • Thermal Energy Recovery

      Did you know that the warmth of wastewater pipelines can power homes, businesses, and even entire communities? Learn more about the science and benefits of this sustainable energy source.

    • South Platte River Improvements

      Have you ever wondered what happens to the treated water we return to the South Platte River? Our Water Quality Division works tirelessly to enhance and monitor the health of the South Platte River, Denver’s most important water source.

    • Members & Special Connectors

      We partner with 62 Denver-Metro local governments to serve 2.2 million people across an 817 square mile service area.

    • Industrial Pretreatment Program

      Through this program we ensure high quality service, protection from harmful chemicals and compliance with environmental regulations.

    • Dental Amalgam Program

      Metro is proud to work alongside dental offices to reduce amalgam waste.

    • Hauled Waste

      An individual or company can apply for a special permit to discharge treatable wastes. Review the application process, required monthly reporting, and other details.

    • CORA Requests

      Review Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) Policy and Procedures here. Individuals must request an appointment with Metro’s Records Management Administrator to access public records.

    • Contractors & Consultants

      We routinely seek vendors and contractors to help provide important services at our plant facilities and beyond. Click here for more information.

    • Request for Proposals

      All opportunities and results of open RFPs are posted to BidNet Direct. Click here to access BidNet Direct.

    • METROGRO® Biosolids

      We package biosolids that our plant produces into a high-yield fertilizer called METROGRO® Cake.

    • Metro Safety Awareness Orientation

      All visitors to Metro’s facilities are now required to complete a safety orientation training.

    • Members & Special Connectors

      We partner with 62 Denver-Metro local governments to serve 2.2 million people across a 817 square mile service area.

    • Connection Request

      Are you a city or sanitation district looking to send us your flows for treatment? Learn more about becoming a Connector here.

    • Our Service Area

      Our 817-square mile service area includes 62 cities and sanitation districts. Serving more than 2.2 million people throughout Denver and parts of Adams, Arapahoe, Jefferson, Douglas, and Weld counties, we are the wastewater treatment authority for most of metropolitan Denver.

    • Our Facilities

      Operating out of three facilities – Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility, Northern Treatment Plant and METROGRO Farm – we provide the highest quality wholesale wastewater services to approximately 2.2 million people. Read more about our facilities here.

    • Stewardship

      Metro is committed to making a positive impact on the environment by cleaning water, generating renewable energy, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

    • Leadership

      Metro is guided by a Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer. Click here to learn more about our leadership.

    • Strategic Plan

      Metro\'s strategic plan helps us accomplish our mission of protecting public health and the environment into the future.

    • Our Story and Mission

      Formed in 1961, we are now the largest wastewater treatment provider in the Rocky Mountain West. Click here to learn more about our story.

    • Agendas & Minutes

      Metro provides both agendas and minutes for all Board of Directors and Committee meetings. Review and download these materials here.

    • Budgets & Reports

      Here you can find various reports, including Metro’s financials, progress, and operational performance.

    • Awards & Certifications

      Metro has earned numerous awards for environmental compliance, financial reporting, design, and more.
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Fact Sheets

We produce fact sheets that cover complex topics related to our mission. Please review and share these fact sheets widely with friends and family.

preview image of the biosolids fact sheet. Click the image to access the screen readable PDF

Facts about Biosolids

Click here to read this blog post
Oct 5, 2022
What are Per-and polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

What are Per-and polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

Click here to read this blog post
Jun 6, 2022
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Our mission is to protect the region’s health and environment by cleaning water and recovering resources. We clean water to be suitable for agriculture, aquatic life, recreation, and water supply.

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Denver, CO 80229

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