NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
DIVISION OF RESPONSIBLE PARTY SITE REMEDIATION
PO BOX-028, TRENTON, NJ 08625-0028

(609) 292-8761

FACT SHEET: UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SYSTEM TECHNICAL
REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES, N.J.A.C. 7:14B, 40 CFR Part 280 [CITE]


WHAT DO NEW TANKS NEED?

  1. Monitoring System- choices include vapor monitoring, ground water monitoring, statistical inventory reconciliation (SIR), in tank monitors, weekly tank gauging (tanks with 550 gallon capacity or less), interstitial monitoring (for secondarily contained tanks), interim monitoring for up to 10 years (tank test every 5 years plus monthly inventory reconciliation). [40 CFR 280.43]
  2. Corrosion Protection- includes cathodically protected steel, non-corrosive materials (e.g. fiberglass), non-corrosive environment, or internal lining with or without corrosion protection. [40 CFR 280.20 (a)]
  3. Spill Prevention- a spill catchment basin or similar device - type or capacity not specified [40 CFR 280.20 (c)]
  4. Overfill Prevention- an auto shutoff (95% or before fittings on top of tank are exposed to product), restrictive flow (90% or 30 minutes prior to overfilling), or high level alarm device (90% or one minute before overfilling) which will alert the transfer operator that tank is nearing capacity. [40 CFR 280.20 (c)]


WHAT DOES NEW AND EXISTING PRESSURIZED PIPING NEED?

  1. Monitoring System- automatic line leak detection which restricts or shuts off flow or triggers alarm plus choice of vapor monitoring, ground water monitoring, interstitial monitoring (for secondarily contained piping), auto-shutdown device or annual line tightness test.[40 CFR 280.41(b)(l), 280.43(e)-(h), 280.44]
  2. Corrosion Protection- (required for new piping or by December 1998 for existing piping) choices include cathodically protected steel or non-corrosive environment. [40 CFR 280.20(b)]

WHAT DOES NEW AND EXISTING SUCTION PIPING NEED?

  1. Monitoring System- vapor monitoring, ground water monitoring, interstitial monitoring (for secondarily contained piping), line testing every 3 years, or no monitoring (for European style suction piping). [40 CFR 280.41(b)(2), 280.43(e)-(h), 280.44(b) & (c)]
  2. Corrosion Protection- (required for new piping or by December 1998 for existing piping) choices include cathodically protected steel or non-corrosive environment. [40 CF 280.20(b)]


WHAT DO EXISTING TANKS NEED?

All existing UST systems must have the 4 requirements listed below by the dates indicated. A substantial modification permit is required from the Department prior to performing the upgrades listed below.

  1. Monitoring System- choices include vapor monitoring, ground water monitoring, statistical inventory reconciliation (SIR), interstitial monitoring (for secondarily contained tanks), in-tank monitoring, weekly tank gauging (tanks with 550 gallons capacity or less), monthly inventory control and annual tanks tightness testing (only until December 1998), or monthly inventory control and tank tightness testing every 5 years (after adding corrosion protection and spill/overfill prevention: can be used for 10 years or until December 1998, whichever is later. [40 CFR 280.41(a), 280.43]
  2. Corrosion Protection- includes cathodically protected steel, non-corrosive materials (e.g. fiberglass), non-corrosive environment, or internal lining with or without corrosion protection. (after December 1998) (40 CFR 280.20(a)]
  3. Spill Prevention- a spill catchment basin or similar device - type or capacity not specified (after December 1998) [40 CFR 280.20 (c)J
  4. Overfill Prevention- an auto shutoff (95% or before fittings on top of tank are exposed to product), restrictive flow (90% or 30 minutes prior to overfilling), or high level alarm device (90% or one minute before overfilling) which will alert the transfer operator that tank is nearing capacity. (after December 1998) [40 CFR 280.20 (c))


WHEN IS SECONDARY CONTAINMENT REQUIRED?

  1. All new UST systems which are storing a hazardous substance other than petroleum products and waste oil. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-4.l(d), 40 CFR 280.42)
  2. All existing UST systems which are storing a hazardous substance other than petroleum products or waste oil by December 22, 1998. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-4.5(f), 40 CFR 280.42]


OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR UST SYSTEMS

  1. All fill ports must be color coded identifying the product stored by March 3, 1991 for existing tanks, or at the time of installation for new tanks. [N.J.A.C 7:14B-4.5(h)J
  2. All existing UST systems storing a hazardous substance other than petroleum products or waste oil must have Department approved secondary containment by December 22, 1998. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-4.5(f), 40 CFR 280.42]


WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF UST SYSTEMS?

411 new installations with the exception of secondarily contained tanks and piping (double-walled or single walled with a lined excavation) must obtain an installation permit from the Department. Secondarily contained UST systems must obtain a building permit from the local Construction Code Office. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-10.1(b)]

  1. An installation permit application with required engineering drawings and certifications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to initiating the activity. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-10.1, 10.2]
  2. A Registration Questionnaire must be submitted regardless of whether or not an installation permit is required. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-2.1(a)]
  3. A Permit from the local Construction Code Office Is ~ after installation permit is received from the Department. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-l0.1(a)2]
  4. Anchoring of the tank is required if ground water will be present in the excavation. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-4.3(f)]
  5. The requirements of N.J.A.C. 7:148-4.3, manufacturer's installation instructions, and industry guidelines must be followed to install the UST system properly.


WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR CLOSURE OF UST SYSTEMS?

  1. Submit 30 DAY NOTICE OF INTENT TO CLOSE AN UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SYSTEM (UST-N13, 12/97) at least 30 days prior to scheduled closure date.
  2. Tanks must be removed whenever possible. [N.J.A.C. 7:148-9.1(c)l]
  3. Abandonment-in-place may be performed only under specific conditions.N.J.A.C. 7:148-9.1(d)]
  4. A Permit from the local Construction Code Office is required once the UST-N13 is filed with the department.. [LOCAL RULE]
  5. A summary of tank closure must be submitted to the Department within 90 days of completing the closure N.J.A.C. 7:14B-9.S(a)]
  6. If contamination is discovered at any time during closure the DEP Environmental Hotline must be notified immediately at (609) 292-7172. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-9.S(c)]


OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
All owners and operators must operate and maintain their UST systems. The following information must be kept on-site and be made available to any inspector.

  1. Cathodic protection systems must be tested every 3 years by a cathodic protection tester. [5.2(a)2i, 40 CFR 280.31(b)]
  2. If an impressed current system is used, the owner or operator must inspect the system every 60 days in addition to the above requirement. [5.2(a)2ii, 40 CFR 280.31(c)]
  3. Monitoring systems must be monthly, unless specified otherwise. They must have routine maintenance and service checks. [40 CFR 280.40, 280.41]
  4. All records must be kept available on-site for a period of at least 6 years. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-5.3(g), 6.6(c)]
  5. A release response plan must be developed be December 4, 1990 and kept on-site. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-5.5/40]
  6. All information regarding maintenance, repairs, testing, and other data must be kept at the facility site. [NUMEROUS PLACES]


WHEN ARE PERMIT OR APPROVALS REQUIRED FROM THE DEPARTMENT?

  1. Installations of new tanks and piping (excluding secondary containment) require a PERMIT [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-l0.l(a)]
  2. Substantial Modifications including the retrofitting of monitoring systems, cathodic protection, spill prevention and overfill prevention require a PERMIT. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-10.1(a)j
  3. Repairs of UST systems require a PERMIT. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-l0.1(c)]
  4. Closures of underground storage tank systems require an APPROVAL. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-9.2(b)]


WHEN ARE PERMITS NOT REQUIRED FROM THE DEPARTMENT?
Installation of new UST systems if:

  1. The underground storage tank and piping are double-walled.
  2. The underground storage tank and piping are within a lined excavation.[N.J.A.C. 7:14B-10.1(b)]


WHAT IF A RELEASE IS DISCOVERED?

  1. Immediately report the release to the DEP Environmental Hotline at(609) 292-7172. [N.J.A.C 7: l4B-7.3 (a)]
  2. Implement the release response plan. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-7.3(d)]
  3. Confirm the source of the release and take immediate steps to remove all hazardous substances and cease use of the UST system responsible for the release. In addition, all applicable requirements of N.J.A.C. 7:26E must be met. [N.J.A.C 7:26E]
  4. Submit a written report within 120 days of reporting the release t3 the Department and the local health department with Information which is requested in N.J.A.C. 7:145-8.3. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-8.3(a)]
  5. Comply with other requirements of N.J.A.C 7:145-8 where applicable.


WHEN DO UST SYSTEMS HAVE TO BE UPGRADED?

  1. Existing pressurized piping requires approved monitoring system as of December 22, 1990.
  2. All piping must have approved corrosion protection by December 1998.
  3. Tanks must have corrosion protection and spill/overfill prevention by December 22, 1998, and permanent monitoring by December 22, 1998 or within 10 years of installation, whichever is later. [40 CFR 280.21]


WHO CAN PERFORM UST WORK?

  1. Individuals certified or working under the immediate on-site supervision of individuals certified in the same activity.
  2. The individual must be working for a firm certified in the same activity [SEE INTERIM GUIDANCE DOCUMENT, CERTIFICATION]


WHEN MUST INDIVIDUALS BE CERTIFIED?

  1. April 25, 1992 [SEE INTERIM GUIDANCE DOCUMENT, CERTIFICATION]


WHAT ARE THE CATEGORIES OF CERTIFICATION?

  1. Installation of a UST system.
  2. Closure (Removal/Abandonment) of a UST system.
  3. Tank Testing (excluding air tests for installation)
  4. Corrosion Protection System Analysis.
  5. Subsurface Evaluation. [INTERIM GUIDANCE DOCUMENT]


WHAT TYPE OF FINANCIAL HELP IS AVAILABLE?

  1. 1. The Department will be awarding low interest loans to eligible owners of underground storage tanks.
  2. 2. Interest rates will not be more than 6Z a year and be issued for a term of not more than 10 years.
  3. 3. The minimum loan award to any one business is $5,000, maximum loan award is $100,000.
  4. 4. Eligible costs include installation and upgrading of UST systems.
  5. [COVERED IN SUBCHAPTER 131


FEES FOR DEPARTMENT PERMITS, APPROVALS AND REGISTRATION
[Amended in New Jersey Register 2/22/94]

  1. Initial registration fee: $l00.00* - first year [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.l]
  2. Facility certification fee: [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.2]$100.00/facility - three year cycle $25.00 for replacement certificate* if tank was installed on or after 1988, and not registered at that time, must pay all facility certification fees owed for previousyears
  3. Permit fees (per facility): N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.5] $300.00 - Substantial modification / new tank installation
  4. Approval fees (per facility): [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.5]$300.00 - closure plan review for underground storage tank systems
  5. SI (SAS) fees (per report): [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.5(c)]$500.00 - review of site investigation report (site assessment summary)
  6. RI (DICAR) fees (per report): [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-3.5(c)]$1,000.00 - review of remedial investigation report (discharge investigation and corrective action report)


PENALTIES
Non-compliance of any portion of N.J.A.C. 7:14B may result in penalties of up to $50,000 per offense per day. [N.J.A.C. 7:14B-12.1(a)]

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