Underground Storage Tank (UST) Compliance Information
The Compliance Unit of the Ground Water Branch is responsible for
implementation of equipment and leak detection standards for underground storage
tank systems. These staff perform inspections, and recommend enforcement action
where needed. This Unit also serves to provide the regulated public with as much
information as possible to insure that a tank owner or operator understands what
their responsibilities.
UST Compliance Information
ADEM Administrative Code R. 335-6-15 .........
Guidance booklet for underground storage tank owners and
operators using statistical inventory reconciliation (SIR) as a method of
release detection. (1.02MB file in Microsoft Word 97 format.)
Guidelines for Conducting UST Closure Site Assessments
This link provides access to a list of leak detection methods that have
been properly evaluated by an independent third-party in accordance with an
accepted test protocol. Alabama accepts the use of leak detection
equipment/methods on this list. Appearance on this list is not to be construed
as an endorsement by any regulatory agency nor is it any guarantee of the
performance of the method or equipment.
List of approved equipment, anchoring systems and alternatives to
internal inspections for adding cathodic protection. (25KB file in Microsoft
Word 97 format.)
List of approved fiberglass and flexible plastic piping for use with
underground storage tanks. (64KB file in Microsoft Word 97 format.)
This manual includes recommended guidelines and best management practices for
properly maintaining UST system sumps and spill buckets.
This link provides access to all EPA guidance publications related to
underground storage tanks.
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