If It Needs to Go, We Can Pull It Out
Vacuum excavation isn’t limited to utility daylighting or construction sites. Mid-State’s high-capacity vacuum trucks are built to remove a wide range of wet and dry materials, including liquids, sludge, sediment, loose debris, industrial byproducts, and excavation spoil. Material is safely extracted, contained on board, and removed with minimal disruption to the surrounding area.
From utility vault cleaning and hydro excavation support to flooded loading docks, pond drainage, sawdust recovery, catch basin cleaning, and industrial material removal, Mid-State provides responsive vacuum excavation services for contractors, municipalities, industrial facilities, mills, commercial properties, and infrastructure projects across Oregon.
What Is Vacuum Excavation?
Vacuum excavation uses powerful industrial suction to remove loose soil, liquids, debris, and other materials from a work area, whether dry or wet. Unlike hydro excavation, which uses pressurized water to break up compacted soil, vacuum excavation is designed for material that’s already loose, accumulated, or needs to be extracted without additional disturbance.
It’s the preferred method when:
- Material is already loose and needs a clean, controlled removal
- You need to remove standing water or liquids from a property or site
- You’re working around buried utilities or sensitive infrastructure
- The job requires material recovery rather than soil breakup
- You’re extracting liquids, sludge, or industrial process materials
- Manual removal is impractical, unsafe, or too slow
Vacuum Excavation vs. Hydro Excavation
Both services use industrial vacuum trucks, but they solve different problems:
- Hydro Excavation uses pressurized water to break up compacted soil and expose buried utilities. Choose hydro when you need to dig into undisturbed ground near underground lines.
- Vacuum Excavation uses suction alone to remove loose material, debris, liquids, and industrial byproducts. Choose vacuum when the material is already loose or needs to be extracted cleanly without additional disturbance.
Mid-State operates both services from the same fleet, so if your project requires both, we can handle it in a single mobilization.
Our Vacuum Excavation Services
Mid-State provides industrial vacuum and vacuum excavation services for construction sites, utilities, industrial facilities, municipalities, and environmental cleanup operations across Oregon.
Liquid & Standing Water Removal
Flooded areas, ponds, pools, loading docks, drainage structures, and low-lying work zones
Debris & Spoil Removal
Vacuum recovery of excavation spoil, loose debris, slurry, and jobsite material
Utility Vault & Manhole Cleaning
Removal of sediment, standing water, sludge, and debris from underground structures
Trench Cleaning
Clearing loose material and debris prior to pipe, conduit, and utility installation
Industrial Material Recovery
Recovery and extraction of reusable dry or wet industrial materials
Confined Space Extraction
Safe vacuum removal from tanks, vaults, pits, and difficult-to-access confined areas
Post-Excavation Cleanup
Final cleanup of trenches, excavation zones, and active work areas before restoration
What Our Vacuum Trucks Handle
Mid-State’s high-capacity vacuum trucks are designed to safely extract, recover, and remove wet and dry materials from construction sites, industrial facilities, underground infrastructure, and difficult-to-access work areas across Oregon.
Our equipment extracts a wide variety of materials, including:
- Liquids – water, slurry, mud, process fluids, and wet debris
- Loose soils and aggregate – sand, gravel, loose dirt, and excavation spoil
- Industrial dry materials – sawdust, pulp dust, wood fiber, and fine particulates
- Industrial process materials – PVC filter balls, pellets, granules, and similar recoverable materials
- Sludge and sediment – accumulated material in vaults, catch basins, tanks, and sumps
- Debris and mixed material – post-excavation cleanup, trench clearing, confined space extraction
Mid-State also offers air excavation for select utility exposures and sensitive excavation applications that require precise, non-destructive material removal. Our team can recommend the safest and most effective excavation method based on site conditions and project requirements.
If you’re not sure whether we can handle your material, call us. Chances are, we can.
Who We Serve
We provide vacuum excavation and industrial vacuum services for a wide range of commercial, industrial, utility, and municipal operations across Oregon.
Property Owners & Facility Managers
Standing water removal, flooded area cleanup, drainage recovery, pond drawdown, and pool draining services for commercial and industrial properties.
Utility Contractors
Vacuum support for utility vaults, manholes, trenches, utility exposure, and underground infrastructure maintenance.
General Contractors
Debris removal, trench cleanup, slurry recovery, and spoil extraction support for active construction and excavation sites.
Municipal Public Works
Storm system maintenance, underground infrastructure cleaning, catch basin recovery, and emergency drainage support operations.
Wood Products & Pulp Mills
Sawdust, bark, pulp dust, wood fiber, and bulk material recovery for demanding mill and manufacturing environments.
Food & Beverage Processors
Process material cleanup, spill recovery, tank cleaning support, and production-area vacuum services.
Industrial Manufacturers
Vacuum extraction of pellets, granules, filter media, dry bulk materials, and production byproducts from industrial facilities.
Environmental Contractors
Contaminated material recovery, sludge removal, containment support, and environmental cleanup operations.
Pipeline & Telecom Crews
Vacuum excavation and spoil removal support for trenching, conduit installation, directional boring, and underground utility work.
Liquid Removal & Flooded Area Cleanup
Standing water creates safety hazards, operational delays, property damage, and drainage issues for commercial properties, industrial facilities, contractors, and municipalities across Oregon. Mid-State’s high-capacity vacuum trucks provide fast liquid removal and recovery services for flooded areas, drainage failures, maintenance projects, and site cleanup operations.
Our vacuum trucks handle liquid removal and recovery for a wide range of site conditions and property types, including:
Flooded Loading Docks & Warehouse Floors
Fast water removal to help restore operations after heavy rain, drainage failure, or equipment-related flooding.
Pond & Retention Basin Draining
Partial or full pond drawdown for maintenance, repairs, sediment removal, and vegetation management. Mid-State coordinates pond and retention basin draining in compliance with Oregon DEQ discharge requirements to help avoid additional stormwater or environmental compliance issues during cleanup operations.
Pool Draining
Removal of water from pools, decorative ponds, containment features, and other managed water systems.
Flooded Basements & Below-Grade Areas
Extraction of standing water from basements, vaults, utility spaces, and other low-lying structures.
Parking Lot & Site Drainage
Removal of pooled water from paved surfaces, drainage low spots, catch areas, and stormwater collection points.
Clogged or Overwhelmed Drain Systems
Vacuum removal of standing water caused by blocked, undersized, or overwhelmed drainage systems.
Post-Storm Cleanup
Oregon storms can leave behind flooding, debris, drainage failures, and hazardous site conditions. Mid-State provides rapid-response water removal, debris cleanup, and vacuum recovery services after heavy rain, windstorms, flooding, and winter weather events to help restore safe operations quickly.
We’re available 24/7, including emergency response for flooding situations that can’t wait.
Why Oregon Contractors and Property Owners Choose Mid-State
Built for Oregon’s Weather
We understand what standing water and heavy rain do to properties and jobsites. We’re equipped and ready to respond fast.
Handles More Than Dirt
From sawdust and pulp dust to PVC filter balls, pond water, and process slurry, our vacuum trucks handle a wide range of materials.
Clean, Contained Removal
Material is extracted and contained on board. No piles, no mess, no secondary cleanup.
No Risk to Surrounding Infrastructure
Vacuum extraction removes only what needs to go, without disturbing surrounding soil, utilities, or equipment.
Available 24/7/365
We work around your schedule. Days, nights, weekends, and emergency response.
Statewide Fleet
More than two dozen vacuum trucks and sweepers are ready to deploy across Oregon, reducing mobilization time and travel costs.
Experienced, Certified Crews
Operators trained in DOT/FMCSA, OSHA, confined space entry, spill response, and environmental compliance.
Service Areas
Mid-State Industrial provides vacuum excavation services statewide from our Eugene, OR headquarters, including:
Portland Metro
Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas Counties
Salem & Mid-Willamette Valley
Marion and Polk Counties
Eugene & Springfield
Lane County
Bend & Central Oregon
Deschutes County
Roseburg & Southern Oregon
Douglas, Jackson, and Josephine Counties
Eastern Oregon
Available upon request
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us. We likely do. (541) 726-6730
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you remove standing water from my property?
Yes. Whether it’s a flooded loading dock, a low-lying parking area, a pond that needs draining, or water pooling after a storm, our vacuum trucks can extract and remove it quickly.
Can you drain a pond or pool?
Yes. We handle partial and full drawdowns for ponds, retention basins, pools, and decorative water features. Contact us to discuss volume and disposal requirements for your specific situation.
What’s the difference between vacuum excavation and hydro excavation?
Hydro excavation uses pressurized water to break up compacted soil before vacuuming it out, and is designed for digging into undisturbed ground. Vacuum excavation uses suction alone to remove loose material, debris, and liquids already in place.
Can you recover industrial dry materials like sawdust, pulp dust, or filter media?
Yes. We regularly work with mills, processors, and industrial facilities to vacuum and recover dry materials, including sawdust, pulp dust, PVC filter balls, pellets, and similar materials.
Do you do septic tank pumping?
No. Septic tank services are outside our scope. We focus on industrial, municipal, construction, and property vacuum services.
Do you haul away the extracted material?
Yes. Material is vacuumed into our truck and can be transported off-site or deposited as directed.
How quickly can you respond?
Mid-State offers 24/7 emergency dispatch with same-day arrival across Oregon.
Standing Water. Spoil. Slurry. Gone.
Need it removed, fast and clean?
24/7 emergency dispatch available, statewide coverage across Oregon.