Can be stored in the underground tank?

An underground storage tank (UST) is, according to United States federal regulations, a storage tank, not including any underground piping connected to the tank, that has at least 10 percent of its volume underground.

Why are underground storage tanks bad?

Underground storage tanks hold toxic material, such as gasoline and waste oil, which contain dangerous substances that can cause cancer and harm developing children. Chemicals in USTs can quickly move through soil and pollute groundwater. There is no safe level of exposure to many of these toxic substances.

How much of a tank must be underground?

10 percent
It is important to remember that a tank is a UST if 10 percent or more of the tank (including the volume of underground pipes connected to the tank) is underground. It does not have to be completely underground.

How deep are underground storage tanks?

Steel tanks can be buried deeper than 5 feet. Steel tanks can be marked to meet UL 58 or UL 1746 requirements with any burial depth required, but no less than 5 feet.

How is the underground storage tank in Kentucky?

Link to state and federal regulations and forms. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted final approval for Kentucky’s Underground Storage Tank (UST) State Program Approval (SPA) application. Obtaining SPA allows Kentucky’s UST Program to operate in lieu of the Federal UST Program.

What is the Corrective Action section of the underground storage tank branch?

The Corrective Action Section of the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Branch is charged with oversight of the assessment and remediation associated with a release into the environment from a regulated UST system. Link to state and federal regulations and forms.

What do you need to know about underground storage tank?

The Compliance Section of the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Branch assists owners and operators with operational and maintenance requirements.

When does Kentucky’s Ust spa come into effect?

Obtaining SPA allows Kentucky’s UST Program to operate in lieu of the Federal UST Program. Kentucky’s UST SPA became effective September 16, 2020. CONTACT US… Electronic Submittals Operator Training Pay UST Fees UST Resources & Publications Open Records Requests Weekly Agendas