North Pine Aggregate
North Pine Aggregate first opened for business in 1971. We are now a second generation family business, providing hands-on experience and customer service to residential and... more
Rudy Excavating
In the Twin Cities Metro area, Rudy Excavating, Inc. is the first call residential and commercial customers make when they need the best services for... more
Keller Excavating
As a local, family-owned and operated company with more than 35 years of experience serving the community, Keller Excavating is the best company to call for... more
Schmidt & Sons Excavating Inc
Originally founded in 1955, Schmidt & Sons is proud to be family owned and operated business ever since. We’re located in White Bear Lake, MN... more
Scott Poye Excavating
Scott Poye Excavating is the company customers in the area turn to when they need reliable and professional demolition and excavating services. Our crew of... more
Peterson Excavating Inc
Since 1967, The Petersons' have been your hometown excavators. We build roads, dig basements, fix and install septics tanks, and a plethora of other services. We... more
D & S Construction
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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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