Wastewater Treatment Plant Tours

Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour

Overview

In this memorable, eye-opening experience, wastewater operators will show you how 13 million gallons of wastewater is treated daily—either safely cleaned and pumped into San Francisco Bay or further treated to produce recycled water for irrigating landscaping.

  • See your utility dollars in action.
  • Find out about rewarding careers in the water industry.
  • Gain new appreciation for the infrastructure we count on every time we flush.

DSRSD's Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility, located at 7399 Johnson Dr, Pleasanton, is an industrial environment and includes stairs, tripping hazards, and uneven surfaces. If you require special accommodations, please note this on your tour request form so we can discuss how to best accommodate those needs.

Quarterly Public Tour

90-minute public tours are held in February, May, August, and November. The next public tour will be held on Thursday, February 12 at 1:00 p.m. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Register for a Public Tour

 

Special Group Tours

Special tours can be scheduled for groups of six or more if staff is available and construction projects allow. Special tours must be scheduled a minimum of three weeks in advance. We try to accommodate the needs, interests, and ages of our visitors.

For student groups, one adult chaperone is required for every seven students - students must be in 4th through 12th grade (10-18 years old). 

Fill out a Special Tour Request

 

Email DSRSD to Learn More

Safety Information: Guests must wear a full shoe that covers the whole foot – sturdy walking shoes, athletic shoes, or flats. Do not wear sandals, heels, open-toe or open-heel shoes. Please dress appropriately to walk, climb steps, and be outside in the sun, rain, or wind. The tour involves at least an hour of walking and standing. Children must be in 4th grade or higher (age 10) to participate in the tour. All minors must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.

Can't Make it to an In-Person Tour? Watch our Virtual Tour

Wastewater Treatment

Recycled Water Production