G & C Land Improvements
If you're looking to have an above ground or inground storage tank removed, trust G & C Land Improvements to remove it safely and efficiently. We're... more
Johnston Construction & Excavating
Serving Gainesville, Missouri and surrounding areas, Johnston Construction & Excavating is highly experienced in oil tank removal, excavating, and construction services. We are focused on our... more
Dotson Excavating
Dotson Excavating is proud to be a local, family-owned business providing services in Cabool, MO and surrounding areas. Our fleet of state-of-the-art equipment allows us... more
Johnson Bulldozing
Johnson Bulldozing offers superior demolition services to West Plains, Missouri and surrounding areas, including oil tank removal. Our experience and equipment allow us to tear... more
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How long have oil tanks been used?
Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.
Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.
In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.
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