AK1,800 active USTs
Alaska Gas Station Compliance Guide
Everything fuel station operators in Alaska need to know about UST compliance, managed by the Alaska Dept. of Environmental Conservation.
State Agency
Alaska Dept. of Environmental Conservation
ADEC UST Program
Compliance Deadlines
Federal EPA Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Penalty | CFR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Release Detection | Ongoing — monthly | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.41 |
| Annual Walkthrough Inspection | Annually by Oct 13 | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.36 |
| Operator Training (Class A/B/C) | Within 30 days of designation | $25,000 | 40 CFR 280.242 |
| Financial Responsibility | Continuous | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.90 |
| Spill/Overfill Prevention Equipment | Required at all UST systems | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.30 |
| Corrosion Protection Testing | Every 3 years (impressed current) / 5 years (other) | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.31 |
| Release Reporting | Within 24 hours of discovery | $59,017/day | 40 CFR 280.50 |
| UST Registration/Notification | Within 30 days of installation | $11,524/day | 40 CFR 280.22 |
Alaska State Requirements
| Requirement | Deadline | Frequency | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Registration | Prior to operation | One-time | $5,000 |
| Annual Compliance Certificate | Annually | Annual | $1,000/day |
| Release Detection | Monthly | Monthly | $5,000/day |
Penalties & Enforcement
Max Daily Penalty
$5,000
Max Per Violation
$10,000
Criminal Penalties
No
Administrative penalties only.
Cleanup Fund
Underground Storage Tank Revolving Loan Fund
Coverage Limit
$1,500,000
Deductible
$10,000
Eligible
Yes
Revolving loan fund for cleanup costs.
Operator Training
Class A
Required
Class B
Required
Class C
Required
Online Accepted
Yes
Refresher interval: 5 years
Approved providers: ADEC-approved
Limited approved providers due to remote locations.
Registration & Fees
Annual Tank Fee
$200/tank
Registration Fee
$100
Late Penalty
$50/month
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Disclaimer: This guide is based on published Alaska regulations. Requirements change — always verify current obligations with the ADEC.