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Lufkin Environmental
Springfield, IL
Removing an old, unused oil tank can be complicated, but Lufkin makes it easy. We safely remove and dispose of tanks according to all regulations.... more
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Nichols Development Group LLC
East St. Louis, IL
Established in 1996, Nichols Development Group LLC is a top choice for safe and efficient demolition services throughout Illinois and Missouri. We offer a wide range... more
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Cheyenne Contracting
Florissant, MO
At Cheyenne Contracting, our team has more than 30 years of experience serving the community. Since 1989, we have been specializing in demolition and excavating... more
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What is the history of oil tanks?
- 1859 — Oil is discovered and stored in wooden barrels.
- Late 1800s — The first steel storage tanks are produced to keep valuable oil safe.
- 1922 — First standards for steel storage tank safety are developed.
- 1930s — Underground storage tanks are now the preferred storage method, opposed to the previously preferred above ground storage tanks.
- 1960s — Tank owners grow more frustrated and more concerned with oil loss due to tank corrosion.
- 1970s — Concerns begin to spread regarding the environmental impact of oil tank leaks.
- 1988 — The EPA sets a deadline for upgrading underground tank systems, putting new tank regulations into place.
- 1990s — Many begin closing and removing their tanks due to the widely known environmental and health risks.
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