How close does the truck need to be?
The service truck needs to park within about 25 feet of the porta potty, because the vacuum hose has to reach the tank. Beyond that, the unit cannot be pumped. Choose a spot near the driveway, curb or a gravel lane.
Tell us about soft lawns, sprinkler heads and septic fields so the driver can avoid them. Unit sizes are on the unit comparison page.
What gate width does a porta potty need?
A standard porta potty is about 44 inches wide and needs a gate of at least 48 inches. A wheelchair-accessible unit is about 7 feet wide and needs open access. A restroom trailer needs a straight path about 10 feet wide for the tow truck.
| Unit | Footprint | Gate or path |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 5 × 5 ft | 48 in gate |
| Deluxe flushing | 5 × 5 ft | 50 in gate |
| Wheelchair-accessible | 8 × 8 ft pad | Open drive or lot |
| Hand-washing station | 3 × 3 ft | 36 in gate |
| 2-station trailer | 10 × 24 ft | 10 ft straight path |
Does the ground need to be level?
The ground needs to be near level and firm. A slight slope is fine, but a steep one can tip the unit or stop the door from closing. Concrete, asphalt, packed gravel and dry, firm grass all work.
Steep yards are common on bluff lots in Plattsmouth and in older Lincoln neighborhoods. Pick the driveway instead.
How should units be spaced for an event?
Space event units side by side in a row with about 1 foot between them and 3 feet clear in front of each door. Put the accessible unit at the end nearest the main path, and hand-washing stations at the row's exit.
Keep the row 50 to 150 feet from food and seating, downwind, and light the path after sunset.
How do I mark the spot for the driver?
Mark the spot with a cone, a flag or a chalk X, or text a photo with the spot circled. For sites without an address, send a GPS pin from your phone. You do not need to be there when the unit arrives.
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