NR 664.0191NR 664.0191 Assessment of existing tank system’s integrity. NR 664.0191(1)(1) For each existing tank system that does not have secondary containment meeting the requirements of s. NR 664.0193, the owner or operator shall determine that the tank system is not leaking or is unfit for use. Except as provided in sub. (3), the owner or operator shall obtain and keep on file at the facility a written assessment reviewed and certified by a qualified professional engineer, in accordance with s. NR 670.011 (4), that attests to the tank system’s integrity by January 12, 1988. NR 664.0191(2)(2) This assessment shall determine that the tank system is adequately designed and has sufficient structural strength and compatibility with the wastes to be stored or treated, to ensure that it will not collapse, rupture or fail. At a minimum, this assessment shall consider all of the following: NR 664.0191(2)(a)(a) Design standards, if available, according to which the tank and ancillary equipment were constructed. NR 664.0191(2)(b)(b) Hazardous characteristics of the wastes that have been and will be handled. NR 664.0191(2)(d)(d) Documented age of the tank system, if available (otherwise, an estimate of the age). NR 664.0191(2)(e)(e) Results of a leak test, internal inspection or other tank integrity examination such that: NR 664.0191(2)(e)1.1. For non-enterable underground tanks, the assessment shall include a leak test that is capable of taking into account the effects of temperature variations, tank end deflection, vapor pockets and high water table effects. NR 664.0191(2)(e)2.2. For other than non-enterable underground tanks and for ancillary equipment, this assessment shall include either a leak test, as described in subd. 1., or other integrity examination, that is certified by a qualified professional engineer in accordance with s. NR 670.011 (4), that addresses cracks, leaks, corrosion, and erosion. NR 664.0191 NoteNote: The practices described in the American Petroleum Institute (API) Publication, Guide for Inspection of Refinery Equipment, Chapter XIII, “Atmospheric and Low-Pressure Storage Tanks”, 4th edition, 1981, may be used, where applicable, as guidelines in conducting other than a leak test.
NR 664.0191(3)(3) Tank systems that store or treat materials that become hazardous wastes subsequent to March 1, 1991, shall conduct this assessment within 12 months after the date that the waste becomes a hazardous waste. NR 664.0191(4)(4) If, as a result of the assessment conducted in accordance with sub. (1), a tank system is found to be leaking or unfit for use, the owner or operator shall comply with the requirements of s. NR 664.0196. NR 664.0191 HistoryHistory: CR 05-032: cr. Register July 2006 No. 607, eff. 8-1-06; CR 16-007: am. (1), (2) (e) 2. Register July 2017 No. 739, eff. 8-1-17; CR 19-082: am. (1) Register August 2020 No 776, eff. 9-1-20. NR 664.0192NR 664.0192 Design and installation of new tank systems or components. NR 664.0192(1)(1) Owners or operators of new tank systems or components shall obtain and submit to the department, at time of submittal of the feasibility and plan of operation report, a written assessment, reviewed and certified by a qualified professional engineer, in accordance with s. NR 670.011 (4), attesting that the tank system has sufficient structural integrity and is acceptable for the storing and treating of hazardous waste. The assessment shall show that the foundation, structural support, seams, connections and pressure controls (if applicable) are adequately designed and that the tank system has sufficient structural strength, compatibility with the wastes to be stored or treated and corrosion protection to ensure that it will not collapse, rupture or fail. This assessment, which will be used by the department to review and approve or disapprove the acceptability of the tank system design, shall include, at a minimum, all of the following information: NR 664.0192(1)(a)(a) Design standards according to which the tanks and ancillary equipment are constructed. NR 664.0192(1)(c)(c) For new tank systems or components in which the external shell of a metal tank or any external metal component of the tank system will be in contact with the soil or with water, a determination by a corrosion expert of all of the following: NR 664.0192(1)(c)1.1. Factors affecting the potential for corrosion, including but not limited to, all of the following: NR 664.0192(1)(c)2.2. The type and degree of external corrosion protection that are needed to ensure the integrity of the tank system during the use of the tank system or component, consisting of one or more of the following: NR 664.0192(1)(c)2.a.a. Corrosion-resistant materials of construction such as special alloys, fiberglass reinforced plastic, etc. NR 664.0192(1)(c)2.b.b. Corrosion-resistant coating (such as epoxy, fiberglass, etc.) with cathodic protection (e.g., impressed current or sacrificial anodes). NR 664.0192 NoteNote: The practices described in the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) standard, “Recommended Practice (RP-02-85)—Control of External Corrosion on Metallic Buried, Partially Buried, or Submerged Liquid Storage Systems”, and the American Petroleum Institute (API) Publication 1632, “Cathodic Protection of Underground Petroleum Storage Tanks and Piping Systems”, may be used, where applicable, as guidelines in providing corrosion protection for tank systems.
NR 664.0192(1)(d)(d) For underground tank system components that are likely to be adversely affected by vehicular traffic, a determination of design or operational measures that will protect the tank system against potential damage. NR 664.0192(1)(e)2.2. Tank systems will be anchored to prevent flotation or dislodgment where the tank system is placed in a saturated zone. NR 664.0192(2)(2) The owner or operator of a new tank system shall ensure that proper handling procedures are adhered to in order to prevent damage to the system during installation. Prior to covering, enclosing or placing a new tank system or component in use, an independent, qualified installation inspector or a qualified professional engineer, either of whom is trained and experienced in the proper installation of tank systems or components, shall inspect the system for the presence of any of the following items: NR 664.0192(2)(f)(f) Other structural damage or inadequate construction or installation. All discrepancies shall be remedied before the tank system is covered, enclosed or placed in use.
NR 664.0192(3)(3) New tank systems or components that are placed underground and that are backfilled shall be provided with a backfill material that is a noncorrosive, porous, homogeneous substance and that is installed so that the backfill is placed completely around the tank and compacted to ensure that the tank and piping are fully and uniformly supported. NR 664.0192(4)(4) All new tanks and ancillary equipment shall be tested for tightness prior to being covered, enclosed or placed in use. If a tank system is found not to be tight, all repairs necessary to remedy the leaks in the system shall be performed prior to the tank system being covered, enclosed or placed into use. NR 664.0192(5)(5) Ancillary equipment shall be supported and protected against physical damage and excessive stress due to settlement, vibration, expansion or contraction. NR 664.0192 NoteNote: The piping system installation procedures described in American Petroleum Institute (API) Publication 1615 (November 1979), “Installation of Underground Petroleum Storage Systems”, or ANSI Standard B31.3, “Petroleum Refinery Piping”, and ANSI Standard B31.4 “Liquid Petroleum Transportation Piping System”, may be used, where applicable, as guidelines for proper installation of piping systems.
NR 664.0192(6)(6) The owner or operator shall provide the type and degree of corrosion protection recommended by an independent corrosion expert, based on the information provided under sub. (1) (c), or other corrosion protection if the department believes other corrosion protection is necessary to ensure the integrity of the tank system during use of the tank system. An independent corrosion expert shall supervise the installation of a corrosion protection system that is field fabricated, to ensure proper installation. NR 664.0192(7)(7) The owner or operator shall obtain and keep on file at the facility written statements by those persons required to certify the design of the tank system and supervise the installation of the tank system in accordance with the requirements of subs. (2) to (6), that attest that the tank system was properly designed and installed and that repairs, pursuant to subs. (2) and (4), were performed. These written statements shall also include the certification statement as required in s. NR 670.011 (4). NR 664.0192 HistoryHistory: CR 05-032: cr. Register July 2006 No. 607, eff. 8-1-06; CR 16-007: am. (1) (intro.), (2) (intro.) Register July 2017 No. 739, eff. 8-1-17. NR 664.0193NR 664.0193 Containment and detection of releases. NR 664.0193(1)(1) In order to prevent the release of hazardous waste or hazardous constituents to the environment, secondary containment that meets the requirements of this section shall be provided, except as provided in subs. (6) and (7): NR 664.0193(1)(a)(a) For all new and existing tank systems or components, prior to their being put into service. NR 664.0193(1)(b)(b) For tank systems that store or treat materials that become hazardous wastes, within two years of the hazardous waste listing, or when the tank system has reached 15 years of age, whichever comes later. NR 664.0193(2)(2) Secondary containment systems shall be all of the following: NR 664.0193(2)(a)(a) Designed, installed and operated to prevent any migration of wastes or accumulated liquid out of the system to the soil, groundwater or surface water at any time during the use of the tank system. NR 664.0193(2)(b)(b) Capable of detecting and collecting releases and accumulated liquids until the collected material is removed. NR 664.0193(3)(3) To meet the requirements of sub. (2), secondary containment systems shall be at a minimum all of the following: NR 664.0193(3)(a)(a) Constructed of or lined with materials that are compatible with the wastes to be placed in the tank system and shall have sufficient strength and thickness to prevent failure owing to pressure gradients (including static head and external hydrological forces), physical contact with the waste to which it is exposed, climatic conditions and the stress of daily operation (including stresses from nearby vehicular traffic). NR 664.0193(3)(b)(b) Placed on a foundation or base capable of providing support to the secondary containment system, resistance to pressure gradients above and below the system and capable of preventing failure due to settlement, compression or uplift. NR 664.0193(3)(c)(c) Provided with a leak-detection system that is designed and operated so that it will detect the failure of either the primary or secondary containment structure or the presence of any release of hazardous waste or accumulated liquid in the secondary containment system within 24 hours, or at the earliest practicable time if the owner or operator can demonstrate to the department that existing detection technologies or site conditions will not allow detection of a release within 24 hours. NR 664.0193(3)(d)(d) Sloped or otherwise designed or operated to drain and remove liquids resulting from leaks, spills or precipitation. Spilled or leaked waste and accumulated precipitation shall be removed from the secondary containment system within 24 hours, or in as timely a manner as is possible to prevent harm to human health and the environment, if the owner or operator can demonstrate to the department that removal of the released waste or accumulated precipitation cannot be accomplished within 24 hours. NR 664.0193 NoteNote: If the collected material is a hazardous waste under ch. NR 661, it is subject to management as a hazardous waste according to all applicable requirements of chs. NR 662, 663, this chapter and 665. If the collected material is discharged through a point source to waters of the state, it is subject to ss. 283.31 and 283.33, Stats. If discharged to a publicly owned treatment works (POTW), it is subject to s. 283.21(2), Stats. If the collected material is released to the environment, it may be subject to the reporting requirements of 40 CFR part 302 and the requirements of s. 292.11, Stats., and chs. NR 706 to 726. NR 664.0193(4)(4) Secondary containment for tanks shall include one or more of the following devices: NR 664.0193(5)(5) In addition to the requirements of subs. (2) to (4), secondary containment systems shall satisfy the following requirements: NR 664.0193(5)(a)1.1. Designed or operated to contain 100% of the capacity of the largest tank within its boundary. NR 664.0193(5)(a)2.2. Designed or operated to prevent run-on or infiltration of precipitation into the secondary containment system unless the collection system has sufficient excess capacity to contain run-on or infiltration. The additional capacity shall be sufficient to contain precipitation from a 25-year, 24-hour rainfall event. NR 664.0193(5)(a)4.4. Designed and installed to surround the tank completely and to cover all surrounding earth likely to come into contact with the waste if the waste is released from the tank (i.e., capable of preventing lateral as well as vertical migration of the waste). NR 664.0193(5)(a)5.5. Provided with an impermeable interior coating or lining that is compatible with the stored waste and that will prevent migration of waste into the concrete. NR 664.0193(5)(b)1.1. Designed or operated to contain 100% of the capacity of the largest tank within its boundary. NR 664.0193(5)(b)2.2. Designed or operated to prevent run-on or infiltration of precipitation into the secondary containment system unless the collection system has sufficient excess capacity to contain run-on or infiltration. The additional capacity shall be sufficient to contain precipitation from a 25-year, 24-hour rainfall event. NR 664.0193(5)(b)3.3. Constructed with chemical-resistant water stops in place at all joints (if any). NR 664.0193(5)(b)4.4. Provided with an impermeable interior coating or lining that is compatible with the stored waste and that will prevent migration of waste into the concrete. NR 664.0193(5)(b)5.5. Provided with a means to protect against the formation of and ignition of vapors within the vault, if the waste being stored or treated meets any of the following: NR 664.0193(5)(b)6.6. Provided with an exterior moisture barrier or be otherwise designed or operated to prevent migration of moisture into the vault if the vault is subject to hydraulic pressure. NR 664.0193(5)(c)1.1. Designed as an integral structure (i.e., an inner tank completely enveloped within an outer shell) so that the outer shell contains any release from the inner tank.
