Underground Hydraulic Lift Removal The underground hydraulic lift removal process entails excavating lift system hoists and corresponding storage tanks and remediating the contamination to maintain environmental compliance. A hydraulic lift removal contractor starts by obtaining multiple permits and coordinating EPA waste profiles for legal transport and disposal. Afterward, the remediation contractor works with a geologist to ensure…
Leaking Underground Storage Tank (UST) Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST): A leaking underground storage tank (LUST) is a known case of hazardous liquid materials released into the environment, from within an underground storage tank (UST) source. The term “LUST” commonly applies to gasoline station soil contamination cases overseen by environmental regulatory agencies. Also See: Underground…
Underground Storage Tank Sizes & Volumes There are a variety of underground storage tank sizes and volumes. Usually, a UST size relates to the purpose, location, and content of the container. For instance, some underground diesel fuel tanks can have lengths up to 55 feet and hold as much as 30,000 gallons. Whereas waste oil…
Understanding the Underground Storage Tank Abandonment Process The underground storage tank abandonment process is a complex series of construction and demolition tasks that require intensive environmental regulation and oversight. An underground storage tank, or “UST,” is a large vessel, usually comprising steel or fiberglass, that serves to hold large volumes of liquid. These tanks typically…
