Effortless Monitoring of Underground Storage Tank Regulations
An underground storage tank (UST) is any one or combination of tanks used to contain regulated substances, which are 10 percent or more beneath the surface of the ground. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes UST regulations, including requirements that owners to locate, remove, upgrade, or replace USTs. Under EPA regulations, each state has authority to set up a program to compensate owners for the cleanup of underground petroleum leaks, to set standards and licensing for installers, and to register and inspect underground tanks.
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Why Monitoring Underground Storage Tank (UST) Regulations Matters
The Underground Storage Tank (UST) Program is a critical component of environmental protection in the United States, overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). With over 500,000 underground storage tanks across the country, these structures are used to contain a variety of regulated substances, including petroleum and hazardous materials. Ensuring these tanks are properly managed is essential to prevent contamination of soil and groundwater.
Regulatory Overview
Under EPA regulations, UST owners and operators are required to adhere to stringent guidelines for locating, upgrading, replacing, or removing tanks. This ensures the mitigation of risks associated with leaks and environmental contamination. Each state has the authority to administer its own program, including compensating owners for the cleanup of leaking tanks, setting installation standards, and certifying UST installers.
Who Needs to Monitor UST Regulations?
- Environmental Consultants: Professionals providing environmental assessment and compliance services need to stay informed to advise clients accurately and ensure regulatory compliance.
- UST Contractors and Installers: Companies involved in the installation and maintenance of USTs must be aware of federal and state standards to plan effectively and avoid non-compliance penalties.
- Petroleum Industry Stakeholders: From gas station owners to large-scale fuel suppliers, these stakeholders monitor for regulation changes that could impact operations and compliance costs.
- State Environmental Agencies: As frontline regulators, these agencies need real-time updates to enforce standards and support environmental protection efforts.
Reasons to Monitor the Federal Register for UST Updates
- Ensure Compliance: Regular updates help maintain compliance with evolving federal and state UST regulations, avoiding costly fines or operational shutdowns.
- Participate in Open Comment Periods: Stakeholders can engage in the regulatory process by providing feedback during designated comment periods, influencing future regulations.
- Strategic Planning: Early awareness allows organizations to plan for changes in the regulatory landscape, such as technological upgrades or strategic shifts.
- Risk Mitigation: Understanding changes in rules ensures that stakeholders can proactively manage and mitigate potential risks associated with non-compliance or technological obsolescence.
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- Description: An underground storage tank (UST) is any one or combination of tanks used to contain regulated substances, which are 10 percent or more beneath the surface of the ground. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes UST regulations, including requirements that owners to locate, remove, upgrade, or replace USTs. Under EPA regulations, each state has authority to set up a program to compensate owners for the cleanup of underground petroleum leaks, to set standards and licensing for installers, and to register and inspect underground tanks.
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Latest Documents
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Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Nebraska's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Nebraska State Fire M...
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Proposed Rule | Dec 09, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the State of Nebraska's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Nebr...
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Rule | Dec 09, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a revision to the State of New York's State Implementation Plan (SIP) for the ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) related to a Source-specific SIP (SSSIP) revision for...
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Proposed Rule | Nov 26, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a correction to a direct final rule that was published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, which will be effective on December 2, 2024. In the direct final rule, the EPA is approvi...
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Rule | Nov 21, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to partially approve and partially disapprove the regional haze State implementation plan (SIP) revision submitted by Texas on July 20, 2021, under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and EPA's Regional Haze...
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Proposed Rule | Oct 15, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Iowa's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Iowa Department of Natura...
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Proposed Rule | Oct 04, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the State of Iowa's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Departme...
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Rule | Oct 04, 2024 |
The State of North Carolina (North Carolina) has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final approval of revisions to its Underground Storage Tank Program (UST Program) under subtitle I of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act...
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Rule | Oct 01, 2024 |
The State of North Carolina (North Carolina) has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final approval of revisions to its Underground Storage Tank Program (UST Program) under subtitle I of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act...
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Proposed Rule | Oct 01, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA, the Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to disapprove a revision to the Texas State Implementation Plan (SIP) submitted by the State of Texas through the Texas Commission on Environ...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 03, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the State of Massachusetts' Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the...
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Rule | Aug 02, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Massachusetts' Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Massachusetts Dep...
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Proposed Rule | Aug 02, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Solid Waste Disposal Act of 1965, as amended (commonly known as the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Unde...
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Proposed Rule | Jul 24, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Solid Waste Disposal Act of 1965, as amended (commonly known as the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the Commonwealth of Pe...
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Rule | Jul 24, 2024 |
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), list the Pearl River map turtle (Graptemys pearlensis), a freshwater turtle species from the Pearl River drainage in Mississippi and Louisiana as a threatened species with 4(d) protective regulations...
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Rule | Jul 12, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the State of Missouri's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Missouri Department o...
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Proposed Rule | May 17, 2024 |
Pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action to approve revisions to the State of Missouri's Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the Miss...
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Rule | May 17, 2024 |
The EPA is proposing to grant approval to the State of South Dakota for the changes to its Underground Storage Tank (UST) program submitted by the State under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended, commonly referred to as the Resource Conservation...
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Proposed Rule | May 15, 2024 |
The State of South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has applied to the EPA for final approval of the changes to its Underground Storage Tank (UST) program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA h...
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Rule | May 15, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), Underground Storage Tanks: Technical and Financial Requirements, and State Program Approval Procedures (EPA ICR Number 1360.18, OMB Control Number 2050-0...
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Notice | Apr 25, 2024 |