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Rogue Demolition and Removal LLC
Grants Pass, OR
Rogue Demolition and Removal LLC specializes in high-quality demolition services of all shapes and sizes, including oil tank removal. The consistent customer service we provide... more
Western States Environmental
Medford, OR
Western States Environmental goes above and beyond for each and every one of our customers. Our goal is to make the oil tank removal and... more
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M & M Services LLC
Medford, OR
M & M Services LLC can handle all aspects of demolition work. We can perform asbestos survey and abatement, obtain necessary permits, submit notifications, disconnect... 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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