The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPAs) technical regulations for underground storage tanks (USTs) are designed to:
- Reduce the chance of releases from USTs (Construction & Installation)
- Detect leaks and spills when they do occur (Design)
- Secure a prompt cleanup (Notification)
The construction standards for new or upgraded USTs are the following:
- Tanks and piping can be constructed of Fiberglass-Reinforced Plastic or Cathodically-Protected Steel
- USTs must also have Catchment Basins to contain small spills
Comments for Construction Performance Standards for New or Upgraded UST Systems