C.M.R. 06, 096, ch. 111

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024
Chapter 111 - PETROLEUM LIQUID STORAGE VAPOR CONTROL

SUMMARY: This regulation requires all owners of fixed roof storage tanks, storing gasoline, crude oil or any petroleum liquid whose vapor pressure is greater than 1.52 psia (10.5 kilo pascals) to install floating roofs to reduce the hydrocarbon vapors lost to the atmosphere. This regulation prohibits the emptying and degassing of petroleum storage vessels for the purpose of performing a complete inspection on days for which the Department has issued an ozone health advisory beginning January 1, 2000 and between June 1 and August 31 each year beginning January 1, 2004. A complete inspection shall be performed at least once every ten (10) years and each time the vessel is emptied and degassed.

C.M.R. 06, 096, ch. 111

EFFECTIVE DATE: May 7, 1979
Amended: September 21, 1988
Amended: October 3, 1989
Amended: November 3, 1990
Amended: September 29, 1999

AUTHORITY: 38 M.R.S.A., Section585 , 585-A