C.R. & R. Trash Service

[kingfish]

     I agree with you to a point, but the amount of oil that CC&R leaves in the street after their weekly pickups could and or should be a citable.

[tlc]

It'll be gone after winter.

[kingfish]

Yep, washed down in to our soil

[Wrightwood]

Trash trucks leaking hydraulic hoses can cause significant issues to the road, both environmentally and in terms of road maintenance requirements.

Hydraulic oil that remains on asphalt may degrade the surface by softening or eroding the top layer, leading to premature road damage.

Hydraulic fluids contain hazardous components that are toxic to soil and water. When spilled, these substances can contaminate storm drains, groundwater, and surrounding environments, harming plants and aquatic life.

The fluid creates a slip hazard for both vehicles and pedestrians. Accidental spills have prompted road closures to prevent accidents resulting from slick pavement.

Smaller, untreated leaks can go unnoticed, resulting in lingering environmental risk and cumulative contamination.

[tlc]

I would think that that would be an excessive amount of oil to destroy roads. These trucks leave small amounts. Either way, CALL the company if you want the trucks fixed. I'm sure the guys would appreciate it. In the meantime put some Dawn dish soap and water on the area. Then cover with dirt to soak up.

[Joe Schmoe]

Not trying to be harsh, but I suspect you know that significant amounts of hydraulic fluid are considered a hazmat situation, right?

[lwt42]

Setting aside the environmental considerations, if the hydraulics are leaking badly it's something they'd want to fix before they failed catastrophically.

If CR&R hears that they have a leaky truck, they'll want to figure out which truck leaks and fix it, but that could take a while.  They might miss it if the problem doesn't happen in the yard.

If they hear that on September 17th on Victorville St. in Wrightwood their truck leaked all over the place, then they can find out which truck picked up trash that day at that location, and go straight to that truck.  If they're pretty sure this is the one that leaks, they'll be a lot better at finding it.

Bring back the environmental issue, and they'll be motivated to fix it before they get fined.

[tlc]

Joe Schmoe - yes I do. Usually i just see a stream of fluid - not tons. I hope someone told the driver for his safety!